Testing
- The Fiber Technician will test using an OTDR, Fluke DTX 1800, DSX 8000
- The Fiber Technician troubleshoots using an OTDR to identify and correct problems end to end, and Network-wide
Splicing
- The Fiber Technician will perform mechanical splicing with all types of fiber cable
- The Fiber Technician will perform fusion splicing with all types of fiber cable
- The Fiber Technician performs building entrance splices, maintenance space, and direct buried splices
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- The Fiber Technician must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional, and help create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s).
- The Fiber Technician must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
- The Fiber Technician must possess and be proficient with the listed tools.
- The Fiber Technician must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
- The Fiber Technician must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively read, write, and give oral presentation(s).
- The Fiber Technician must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder, and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
- The Fiber Technician must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read the small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
- The Fiber Technician must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
- Regular attendance is mandatory
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
- Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent
- Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools.
- Must be proficient at terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems (Unicam, anaerobic, heat-cure)
- Must have Testing & Troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems experience (OTDR & PMLS)
- Must be able to meet JCV driving standards policy
- Prefer 3-5 years of experience in Fiber
- Prefer Industry Certifications (Corning/FOA)
- Prefer Data Center installation experience
- Prefer Mechanical and Fusion Splice experience
- Prefer OSP / Confined Space Entry experience (splicing)
- Must be able to use the following trade Tools: Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX.