Data Center Technician, Richmond

Team Fishel; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Profit sharing plan

Job summary

Team Fishel in Richmond, VA is hiring Data Center Technicians to splice fiber optic cables and support deployment in our local operation. The role requires practical telecom experience and the ability to read blueprints and testing documents.

You will work with fusion splicing equipment, perform tests, and support safety on site. Team Fishel provides on-the-job training, competitive pay, health insurance, a 401k, and a clear career path for growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years in telecommunications or related field
• Ability to supervise others
• Ability to interpret blueprints and project documents

Responsibilities

• Splice fiber optic cables of various types and sizes
• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems
• Review, interpret, and work with maps, drawings and testing documents
• Perform daily tests, checks and maintenance of splicing/testing equipment
• Perform optical continuity and conformance testing
• Make splicing rearrangements on facilities in various locations

Skills

Supervision

Teamwork

Blueprint interpretation

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Alcoa Fujikura

GN Net Test

EXFO

Fitel

Sumitomo

Job description

Since 1936, we’ve been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We’re industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?

Description

Team Fishel , the Best Choice for Utility Construction and Network Installation, is hiring Data Center Technicians for our Richmond, VA operation.

Duties

Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable including single mode, multi-mode, stranded and ribbon

Analyzes and troubleshoots basic technical problems or issues

Reviews, interprets and works with various maps, drawings and blueprints and testing documents

Performs daily tests, checks and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment

Performs optical continuity and conformance testing

Makes splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial and building work locations

Qualifications & Requirements

Must hold at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field and demonstrate the ability to supervise others.

Working knowledge of using various fusion splicing and optical testing equipment including, Alcoa Fujikura, GN Net Test, EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo

Must have proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements

Must possess the knowledge to identify and understand the difference between CAT 3 and CAT 5; Riser; Fiber optic; PVC, riser rated and plenum cable; Plenum and PVC environments

Must know the universal communications color codes

Ability to work with others and work independently

Ability to climb and work at elevations (e.g., from ladders, poles, lift trucks, etc.)

Ability to work in confined spaces

Must meet Company minimum driving standards

Team Fishel will provide on-the-job training in all areas of safety, including tool operation and maintenance.

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!

Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,protected veteran status, or disability status.

Team Fishel is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran

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