Fiber Laborer

Join the FirstDigital team as a Fiber Laborer in the Draper, UT area! As a FirstDigital team member you will receive competitive benefits and excellent pay.

The primary responsibilities of the Fiber Laborer will be to assist in pulling fiber optic cables in both outdoor and indoor settings, read, create and maintain fiber schematics and diagrams, maintain control of outside plant (OSP) activities surrounding the assigned work site(s), taking and maintaining accurate field notes, support project timelines, and inspecting, designing and providing accurate staking sheets for projects. Other duties, responsibilities and qualifications may be required and/or assigned.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

• Able to pull fiber through conduit pathways per designs
• Able to inspect, repair, and work with damaged conduit
• Must be comfortable entering and maintaining existing splice enclosures.
• Knowledge of the installation of fiber optic cable in new and existing conduit.
• Able to terminate, test, troubleshoot and maintain fiber optic networks.
• Able to perform Splice Enclosure audits
• Must have good attention to detail regarding setting up splice locations, termination points, and general fiber optic construction.
• Able to test/troubleshoot fiber using OTDR and power light meters.
• Ability to safely tow trailers, access manholes and hand holes. Use ladders to access various installation and construction points as required.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and effectively with little to no supervision.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous fiber experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow engineering design maps
• Must have intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
• Must be able to efficiently use a Windows-based computer.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
• A clean valid lawful driver’s license is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, et al.
• Must be able to work in various outdoor weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, and dry).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those of a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work in loud, noise-filled environment out in the field.
• The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• This position requires use of all general office equipment.
• This position requires the applicant to be on call for all emergency call outs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• fiber splicing: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Draper, UT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $27