Entry Level Rf Engineer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our commitment to delivering quality and service to our customers, exercising environmental stewardship, enhancing the well-being of our employees and giving back to the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?
Location: Remote
Shift: 7am-4pm
Starting Pay Rate: $42.00
Job Description
Position Summary
This position is responsible for the safe repair and rejuvenation of medium to high voltage underground cables using Novinium's patented technology and processes.
Responsibilities
Safety
Work safely with no electrical contact incidents or personal injuries
Enhance and advance a below zero incident safety culture and behavior
Comprehend and follow OSHA and company safety rules
Responsible for the safety of all people at a worksite
Craftwork
Operate TDR waveform and RF locating equipment to perform cable testing and analysis of cable paths, splice locations and neutral corrosion
Place and operate cable injection equipment on de-energized and energized cables in transformers, switchgear, junction boxes and at other cable end points
Perform air flow tests
Prepare cable for injection activities, including electrical craftwork according to quality standards
Inject URD and feeder cables with Novinium patented repair/rejuvenation fluids using sustained and un-sustained rejuvenation technologies
Provide field service and set up injection equipment
Switch medium voltage electrical circuits
Write and implement cable switching orders, manage switching contact with circuit owner
Climb poles to perform work if needed
Carry out other duties as assigned
Project Management
May coordinate injection and digging activities (competency in excavation)
Maintain rolling stock and equipment
Select Injection Adapters, and cable accessories
Assist Team Leader with job planning, hazard avoidance, and recording daily work records
Operate company vehicles and equipment, including bucket trucks, as required
Customer Relations
Provide positive customer service
Requirements
Relevant work experience as a Lineman, Class A Lineman, Class B Lineman, First Class Power Lineman, or Cable Splicer with current certification or documentation
Experience with underground line work, including URD, fault location and repair, and switching
Strong Lineman underground craftwork skills, including inline splices, terminations and elbows
Ability to read circuit maps
Basic computer skills and entry level proficiency with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, internet/web)
Understanding of basic construction skills
Strong mechanical skills
Familiarity with URD systems and cables, fault repair and switching
Safe work record and a firm commitment to safety
Valid driver's license and acceptable DMV record
CDL preferred
Passport and ability to travel to Canada preferred
Working Conditions
Able and willing to travel on a regular basis
Able to safely climb poles if needed
Able to lift, push, pull and carry at least 75 lbs. for a distance of 300 ft.
Able to stand, kneel and work in confined spaces for an extended period of time
Must be able to fit into a confined space rescue harness
Must conduct digging operations as required
Frequent sitting, standing and walking
Frequent exposure to seasonal elements
Conditions may vary based on assignment
Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.