Fiber I&R Technician - Louisiana

Ilan Builders; Ville Platte (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ILAN Builders is hiring a Fiber I&R Technician in Ville Platte, LA. You will install, maintain, and repair fiber optic systems for homes and businesses, ensuring quality internet and phone services. You will complete pre-install and post-install checks and educate customers to ensure satisfaction.

Must have fiber experience, own tools and a reliable vehicle, and pass background checks. The role requires safety compliance, the ability to work overtime, and strong teamwork in a field-based setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and multi-task effectively.
• Commitment to safety and OSHA rules.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair fiber optic systems for residential and commercial customers.
• Ensure performance of internet, phone, and TV services where applicable.
• Complete pre-install work orders and post-install verifications; educate customers.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Dependable

Safety compliant

Tools

Laptop

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ILAN Builders isshaping the future of telecommunications through innovation, quality, and service. We offer opportunities for growth, impact, and collaboration and are looking for like-minded professionals to join our team.

This position is located in Ville Platte, LA.

Explore the role below and see how you can help us build a connected, sustainable impact:

Role and Responsibilities for the Fiber I&R Technician

• Installation, maintenance, and repairing of fiber optic systems for residential and commercial customers.
• Ensuring adequate performance of internet, phone and if applicable, television services
• Complete pre-install work order and post-install service verification and customer education to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Place aerial or buried fiber optic drops and install interior and exterior wiring.
• Must be able to mark proposed drop paths for jobs needing BSW.
• Must be able to hand dig microduct from terminal to nid.
• Observe all safety rules and OSHA regulations.
• Work at heights by using/setting up various types of ladders.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Teamwork - Assist other technicians in the performance of their duties when requested.
• Must convey a positive and professional appearance and demeanor when communicating the company's products and services to our customers.
• Have an ability to adapt to new processes and new information frequently.
• Use internal systems for work order notation and time keeping.
• Keep customer appointments.
• Maintain minimum acceptable metrics with Repeats, Productivity, and Completions.

Qualifications for the Fiber I&R Technician

• Fiber optic internet and home phone service experience required.
• Must satisfy company required tools and safety equipment checklist.
• Must have own truck, van, or SUV with a ladder rack.
• Must have own tools to perform the job.
• Must have a fiber splicer.
• Smartphone and Laptop (With Microsoft Excel) are required.
• Lift up to 80lbs unassisted.
• Effective communication skills and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Must pass background check, MVR screen, and drug test.
• Must be accountable and dependable.
• Must have the ability to work overtime and on weekends depending on the needs of the customer.
• Have an ability to take input from customers, supervisors, leads and co-workers to problem solve and improve skills.

Compensation

We are looking for the best of the best for this long-term project. The pay is production based. Rates will be provided upon resume submission.

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