What are the responsibilities and job description for the FTTH Implementation Technician position at ACBAR?
Position Title: FTTH Implementation Technician
Activation Date: 24 March, 2025 Announced Date: 24 March, 2025 Expire Date: 10 April, 2025
Western ISP & ICT Solutions Services Company began its business operation as a hardware and network solutions providing company in January 2016, and the company has developed the team for running ISP business during the year of 2017 and collaborated with leading ISP and GSM companies in Afghanistan. The Company invested in ISP section and in a short period of time it has built its infrastructure to operate as an independent ISP company and acquired its ISP license from Ministry of Communication and information technology – ATRA (Afghanistan Telecommunication Regulatory Authority in May 2022. Western is focusing exclusively in high quality and cost-effective internet services across Afghanistan. We are advancing on a tremendous pace and with involvement of skilled and experienced people working in the organization. Western is aimed to provide solutions and ISP services for all sectors and sections in Afghanistan.
Job Description
Hands-on experience with FTTH network deployments, splicing, and testing.
Experience working with fiber tools and equipment (OTDR, power meters, fusion splicers).
Ability to interpret and work with network diagrams, schematics, and design plans.
Proficiency in fiber troubleshooting, OTDR testing, and signal loss analysis.
Hands-on experience in pole climbing, underground fiber laying, and customer premises installation.
Understanding of safety standards and best practices in fiber optic deployment.
Good teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Physical ability to work in outdoor environments and handle equipment.
Submission Guideline
Interested Afghan candidates who are a motivated and experienced professional looking to take on a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume, to hr.herat@western.af not later than 10th APR 2025.
NO APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT SUBJECT LINE. THE APPLICATION MUST HAVE SUBJECT LINE INDICATING JOB TITLE ,Vaccancy Number AND PROVINCE NAME. However, do not email us heavy sized files such as your certificates, recommendation letters etc, Therefore, it is kindly requested you to adjust your Cover Letter & CV in three Pages. THOSE WHO DO NOT FULFILL THE APPLYING REQUIREMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR SHORTLIST. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with and called for the test and interview. The test & interview dates, time and place will be determined and communicated with the shortlisted candidates only sooner after the deadline of the vacancy announcement.
Submission Email
hr.herat@western.af
Activation Date: 24 March, 2025 Announced Date: 24 March, 2025 Expire Date: 10 April, 2025
- Job Location: Herat
- Nationality: Afghan
- Category: Information Technology Telecommunications Telecom IT
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Salary: As Per Company Salary Scale
- Vacancy Number: WES-HER-022
- No. Of Jobs: 1
- City: Herat Main Branch
- Organization: Western ISP & ICT Solutions
- Years of Experience: 2-4 Years of experience in FTTH. And have work experience with ISP, GSM & others similar organizations.
- Contract Duration: Long Term with 3-month probationary period
- Gender: Male
- Education: Diploma or Bachelor degree in Computer Science, telecommunications, or related field.
- Close date: 2025-04-10
Western ISP & ICT Solutions Services Company began its business operation as a hardware and network solutions providing company in January 2016, and the company has developed the team for running ISP business during the year of 2017 and collaborated with leading ISP and GSM companies in Afghanistan. The Company invested in ISP section and in a short period of time it has built its infrastructure to operate as an independent ISP company and acquired its ISP license from Ministry of Communication and information technology – ATRA (Afghanistan Telecommunication Regulatory Authority in May 2022. Western is focusing exclusively in high quality and cost-effective internet services across Afghanistan. We are advancing on a tremendous pace and with involvement of skilled and experienced people working in the organization. Western is aimed to provide solutions and ISP services for all sectors and sections in Afghanistan.
Job Description
- Lay, pull, and secure fiber optic cables in trenches, ducts.
- Install conduit systems, splice enclosures, and terminal boxes.
- Perform fusion splicing/mechanical splicing of fiber cables to minimize signal loss.
- Terminate fiber strands into connectors (e.g., SC/APC, LC) for central office and customer connections. 5. Install optical network terminals (ONT’s), distribution hubs (FDH), and splice closures.
- Mount and configure network hardware (e.g., splitters, patch panels).
- Use OTDR (Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer), power meters, and light sources to test signal strength, loss and continuity.
- Validate end-to-end connectivity from the central office to customer premises.
- Diagnose and repair fiber breaks, faulty splices, or network outages.
- Resolve issues related to signal degradation or equipment malfunctions.
- Assist in digging trenches, directional drilling/bore for cable routing.
- Follow safety protocols for underground utilities (e.g., power, water lines).
- Restore work areas after installation (e.g., backfill trenches, repair landscapes).
- Ensure minimal disruption to public spaces and private properties.
- Adhere to company safety policies.
- Report hazards (e.g., exposed cables, unstable trenches) to supervisor.
- Follow local building codes, environmental regulations, and telecom standards during installations. 18. Document splice points, cable routes, and test results using GIS mapping tools.
- Update as-built drawings to reflect actual installations.
- Log equipment failures, safety incidents, or deviations from project plans.
- Work under the supervision of FTTH site implementation supervisor.
- Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and utility crews.
- Assist with ONT installations at customer premises and explain basic functionality.
- Address minor customer concerns during installations.
- Qualification:
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or a related field.
- Experience:
Hands-on experience with FTTH network deployments, splicing, and testing.
Experience working with fiber tools and equipment (OTDR, power meters, fusion splicers).
- Skills:
Ability to interpret and work with network diagrams, schematics, and design plans.
Proficiency in fiber troubleshooting, OTDR testing, and signal loss analysis.
Hands-on experience in pole climbing, underground fiber laying, and customer premises installation.
Understanding of safety standards and best practices in fiber optic deployment.
Good teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Physical ability to work in outdoor environments and handle equipment.
Submission Guideline
Interested Afghan candidates who are a motivated and experienced professional looking to take on a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume, to hr.herat@western.af not later than 10th APR 2025.
NO APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT SUBJECT LINE. THE APPLICATION MUST HAVE SUBJECT LINE INDICATING JOB TITLE ,Vaccancy Number AND PROVINCE NAME. However, do not email us heavy sized files such as your certificates, recommendation letters etc, Therefore, it is kindly requested you to adjust your Cover Letter & CV in three Pages. THOSE WHO DO NOT FULFILL THE APPLYING REQUIREMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR SHORTLIST. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with and called for the test and interview. The test & interview dates, time and place will be determined and communicated with the shortlisted candidates only sooner after the deadline of the vacancy announcement.
Submission Email
hr.herat@western.af
