Fiber/Installation Repair Technician
Fiber/Installation Repair Technician
As a Fiber Technician, you will be expected to utilize experience, technical aptitude, critical thinking and
proven techniques to provide our customers with technology solutions in all areas they require. You will
additionally be required to splice, maintain and repair all underground, direct bury, and aerial cables
used to High-Speed Data service over all fiber optic plants.
What you will do:
ï‚· Splices/terminates fiber optic cable according to standard procedure and company,
governmental and electrical specifications.
ï‚· Maintains, tests, and measures fiber optic signal strength using test equipment from street to
house.
ï‚· Installs telecommunications services by identifying and connecting correct cables at the
vault/tap; installing temporary drop if possible; installing inside wiring; installing fiber optic
equipment at the customer premise; connecting wireless devices and testing service.
ï‚· Communicates independently, effectively, clearly and professionally with customers, outside
technical staff, employees, supervisors and managers. Establishes and maintains considerate
and cooperative relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
ï‚· Operates both hand tools, including drills, saws, and test equipment, including Optical Power
Meters (OPM), and Volt Ohm Meters (VOM).
ï‚· Maintains vaults and taps as needed. Reports any maintenance required to supervisor
ï‚· Travels to sites as necessary and on-demand via company vehicle, complying with traffic laws,
safety rules, regulations and practices.
ï‚· Accesses cable, pedestals and other equipment by climbing ladders, entering crawlspaces or
attics, walking through muddy areas or through brush and by digging.
ï‚· Maintains equipment, tools and vehicles in working condition; submits and fills out necessary
clerical forms such as time, mileage, gas tickets and material and equipment charge-outs.
ï‚· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
What you will need: (Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered.)
ï‚· High School graduate or General Education Diploma
ï‚· Telecommunications (Fiber Optic, Telephone, CATV) experience preferred
ï‚· Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees and management
ï‚· Valid driver’s license with history of safe driving record
ï‚· Knowledge of current industry-related terminology, procedures, and equipment preferred
ï‚· Must possess the ability to work in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces. Must also be
able to tolerate environmental conditions associated with confined spaces.
ï‚· Must be able to work from a ladder while using the required hand tools
Additional Qualifications Desired:
ï‚· Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
ï‚· Basic understanding of service order flow and process
ï‚· IPTV/ ADSL Installation and repair experience
ï‚· Understanding of RUS and Company construction standards and specifications
ï‚· Basic computer knowledge
ï‚· Basic electricity knowledge
Benefits:
Clearwave Fiber appreciates the role our associates play to help the company grow, and in return an
excellent benefits package is offered to our associates to recognize the importance of their contributions
such as:
ï‚· Lucrative bonus plans
ï‚· Medical, dental, and vision plans - start when you start!
ï‚· Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
ï‚· Paid Time Off
ï‚· 401(k)
ï‚· Employee Assistance Plan
ï‚· Employee Referral Plan
Additional Perks
ï‚· Free services, if living within service area
ï‚· Tuition reimbursement
ï‚· Associate recognition program
ï‚· Advancement opportunities
ï‚· Collaborative work environment
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