Fiber Optic Technician Apprentice

CTB Fiber Optic Services, Inc. is a leader in single-source solutions for engineering, design, emergency restoration services and fiber implementation. We specialize in fiber optic splicing and testing services with all our work being guaranteed 110%. We ensure this guarantee by having a team of dedicated people who perform their work with these goals in mind: “Best Quality Workmanship for Customer Satisfaction”. We can perform our services in new or existing, aerial or underground builds, as well as in POPS, remote sites, OCEF cabinets, transmission equipment, Fiber Management Systems, within any rack equipment. We have the experience and ability in building many types of enclosures to include 3M, Coyote, Raychem, Fiberdome, Ditel, Windsor, ACT, among many others.

We are looking for a few good people to join the team. No experience necessary. Start your career in the telecommunications industry today! Positions are available for individuals with a current driver's license. This is an offer for full-time employment. We encourage all who are interested to apply.

Technicians with at least 3-years of experience installing, maintaining/repairing, and testing fiber optic networks. Salary: $24 - $40 an hour

Overview:

Individuals will be given on the job training and quickly brought up to speed to perform tasks such as job setup, cable pulling, fiber splicing, fiber testing and network troubleshooting. Fiber Optic Technician certification will be available to all employees after three years with the company. All who apply will be given serious consideration.

Technical Training:

• Perform splicing of fiber optic cables, both fusion, mass fusion and mechanical, to include terminating various types of connectors.
• Construct proper splicing in fiber enclosures and fiber termination panels to include grounding, bonding, isolation, storage and sealing in both aerial and underground applications.
• Plan and install fiber distribution panels, relay racks or cabinets with all associated hardware and electronics in a head end or OTN site.
• Execute large fiber count ring cuts/hot cuts during scheduled maintenance windows with minimum downtime to the network or customer services.
• Perform fiber audits to identify the physical characteristics of existing fiber plant from fiber matings, terminations, colors to splices and network elements while documenting and updating records.
• Perform testing utilizing OTDR’s, Power Meter/Light Sources, OLTS and VFLs; interprets and analyzes data; identifies and troubleshoots problems.
• Read, create, and maintain accurate splicing schematics, records, and diagrams.
• Perform aerial construction activities, including but not limited to, installing aerial fiber, installing fiber storage (snowshoes), completing pole transfers, and performing necessary clean-up work.
• Perform underground construction activities, including but not limited to, pulling cable/fiber through conduits, digging up and repairing damaged conduit and underground vaults or pedestals.
• Pull various types of cables, including, but not limited to fiber, coax, and copper in conduit.
• Perform traffic control flagging duties for roads and highways as needed.
• Ensure company assets are properly and continuously maintained in excellent operating condition while secured in a safe manner.
• Accurately complete progress forms, daily activity reports and all other documentation pertaining to work assignments.
• Survey jobs sites while considering all safety measures to ensure a safe working environment for associates, general public and property.
• Oversee projects and delegates responsibilities to ensure safety, quality and productivity targets are met.
• Responsible for mentoring, training, directing and supervising associates while on job sites.
• Works closely with the Supervisor to plan, organize, coordinate and schedule projects.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Work indoors and outdoors as needed
• Able to be on call for emergencies involving damaged cable
• Organized with a strong attention to detail
• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• No experience necessary

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance
• Must be able to work nights and weekends, if necessary
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions

Opportunities:

• Long term employment
• Competitive wages
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation (PTO)
• Lots of room for growth

We are looking forward to reading your application.

Salary : $24 - $40