Fiber Optic & Cable Network Technician

Abacus Technology Corporation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technology Corporation is seeking a skilled fiber optic technician to install, terminate, test, and maintain copper and fiber cables for government IT networks. You will work from work orders, use LAN/Fiber testers, and follow safety practices.

A minimum of 2+ years of experience, a BICSI Installer certification (or ability to obtain within six months), and eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance are required. The role may involve physical work and travel within sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years experience installing and maintaining copper and fiber cables for voice/data networks.
• BICSI Installer certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Experience with LAN/WAN networks, fault isolation, and reading technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test fiber and copper cables per work orders and standards.
• Prepare connectors and install in LAN/telecommunications environments.
• Use LAN/fiber testers and continuity testers to ensure proper operation.
• Maintain cables and perform splicing and transmission work as required.
• Create/modify data records and reference project drawings and facility diagrams.

Skills

LAN/WAN knowledge

Safety procedures

Reading technical drawings

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Education

BICSI Installer certification

Tools

LAN testers

Fiber testers

Continuity testers

Job description

Abacus Technology Corporation is seeking a skilled fiber optic technician to install, terminate, test, and maintain copper and fiber cables for government IT networks. You will work from work orders, use LAN/Fiber testers, and follow safety practices.

A minimum of 2+ years of experience, a BICSI Installer certification (or ability to obtain within six months), and eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance are required. The role may involve physical work and travel within sites.