Fibre Optic Technician

Go Construct; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is looking for a Fibre Optic Technician to install and maintain fibre optic networks, such as broadband and mobile systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service skills and an ability to work outdoors, maintain records, and troubleshoot systems effectively. Experience in telecommunications and relevant qualifications are essential. Competitive salary range from £24,000 to £48,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of telecommunications systems.
• Ability to follow technical instructions.
• Capacity for logical and analytical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Install fibre optic telecommunications systems.
• Maintain and repair existing fibre optic networks.
• Test systems and troubleshoot faults.
• Design and build fibre optic equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of telecommunications

Understanding of technical operating systems

Ability to use your initiative

Excellent attention to detail

Excellent customer service skills

Good mathematical abilities

Logical thinking skills

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Communications Cabling

Level 2 Telecoms Field Operative Apprenticeship

SVQ Level 3 Information Technology and Telecommunications

SCQF Level 6 Information Technology and Telecommunications

Job description

What does a fibre optic technician do?

As a fibre optic technician, you will install and maintain fibre optic telecommunications, such as broadband, mobile and landline phone networks, and digital systems.

The job role of a fibre optic technician involves the following duties:

• Set up fibre optic telecommunication and data networks
• Lay underground and underfloor fibre optic cabling
• Test systems and find and fix any faults
• Design, build and test fibre optic equipment
• Liaise with customers in person, on the phone or online
• Maintain detailed records of each job
• Working in clients’ homes or businesses
• Working outdoors in all weathers.

How to become a fibre optic technician

There are multiple routes to becoming a fibre optic technician. You could complete a college course or an apprenticeship.

You should explore these routes to becoming a fibre optic technician to find out which is the right one for you. Although some of these options have certain qualification requirements, many employers are more interested in people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and can follow instructions.

You may need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card to work on a construction site.

College/training provider

• Level 2 Certificate in Communications Cabling
• Level 3 Diploma in ICT Systems and Principles
• Level 3 Diploma in Telecommunication Systems.
• Equivalent entry requirements explained
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Apprenticeship

You could train to become a fibre optic technician by completing an intermediate apprenticeship as a telecoms field operative, or an advanced apprenticeship as a communications technician or cable installer.

Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. As an apprentice, you’ll be fully employed by your company and expected to work a minimum of 30 hours a week. Your time will be split between on-the-job experience and a college or training provider.

• Guide to apprenticeships

Work experience

Work experience is essential to gaining employment within the industry. You could gain this at school, or by working weekends and holidays with a company or relative who works as a fibre optic technician. Potential employers will always be pleased to see work experience listed on your CV.

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Skills

• Knowledge of telecommunications
• Understanding of technical operating systems
• Ability to use your initiative
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good mathematical abilities
• Logical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Level 2 NVQ in Communications Cabling
• Level 2 Telecoms Field Operative Apprenticeship
• SVQ Level 3 Information Technology and Telecommunications
• SCQF Level 6 Information Technology and Telecommunications

How much could you earn as a fibre optic technician?

The expected salary for a fibre optic technician varies as you become more experienced.

• Newly trained fibre optic technicians can start at £24,000
• Trained with experience fibre optic technicians can earn up to £48,000*

Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed an industry recognised training route.

• Salaries have been collected from multiple industry sources