Fiber Optic Technician

Responsibilities

•Splice and test Fiber Optic cables in all outside plant applications – aerial, burial and underground, on both newly placed and existing cables

• Analyze test results and have the ability to troubleshoot and correct any faults or defects • Interpret and understand placing and splicing work plans

• Work outdoors in various conditions to splice Fiber Optic telecommunication cables • Clean and maintain tools and equipment

• Accurately record and report project progress to the appropriate supervisory person and communicate any issues or expected delays

• Climb poles and work at heights up to and exceeding 30 feet • Any and all other duties as assigned in order to meet Company objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of splicing experience required

• Ability to interpret placing and splicing plans

• Holds a valid G license

• Able to complete the necessary training for working at heights and confined space, pass the corresponding examinations and receive a client authorization number as required

• Able to lift up to 80 lbs

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Competency in OTDR and other testing protocol

• Good communication skills with the ability to work independently or in a team

• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety and willing to receive applicable Health and Safety training as per legislative and job requirements

• Must be able to provide a clear criminal record check and a clean driver’s abstract

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $30.00-$45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Fiber splicing: 3 years (preferred)
• OTDR: 3 years (preferred)
• OSP enclosure: 3 years (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (preferred)

Work Location: In person