Fiber Technician

Job Description

The Fiber Technician is responsible for the installation, testing, and maintenance of fiber optic cables in underground and aerial applications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fusion splices SM ribbon and loose tube fiber optic cables, to initiate or terminate various types of fiber optic connectors (ST, SC, LC).
• Fiber blowing 
• Installs and tests pressurized and non-pressurized closures on all types and sizes of cable.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots basic technical problems or issues.
• Reviews, interprets, and works with various maps, drawings, blueprints and testing documents.
• Performs daily testing and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment.
• Performs optical continuity and conformance testing.
• Makes splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in underground, aerial and building work locations.
• Adheres to company policies, regulations, procedures, and principles.
• All other duties as required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 Years Experience with installation and testing of fiber optic cables.
• Working knowledge of using various fusion splicing and optical testing equipment including, Alcoa Fujikura, GN Net Test, EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo, and Viavi.
• Working knowledge of GS150 and GS350 Fiber Jetters.
• Ability to climb and work at elevations (e.g., from ladders, poles, lift trucks, etc.).
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Safety-conscious.
• Flexible schedule, with hours of day and days of week.

Additional Information

Pay range: $22-$25/hr. DOE 

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