Fiber Optic Installer & Network Technician

Gateway Fiber; Iola (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & commission

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & education

Career development

Community impact

Job summary

Gateway Fiber in Kansas is seeking a Fiber Optic Installation Technician to inspect, deploy, and connect fiber networks for homes, businesses, and enterprises. You will terminate cables, install connections, document configurations, and audit completed work to ensure high quality and reliability.

This role requires a HS diploma, valid driver’s license, physical ability to lift 40–60 pounds, and readiness to work in varying conditions; vocational training or apprenticeship is a plus, as is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Vocational training or apprenticeship is preferred.
• Valid Class E driver’s license is required.
• Physical ability to lift 40–60 pounds for up to eight hours daily.
• Ability to travel to job sites by vehicle.
• Knowledge of wireless networking and TCP/IP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, connect, and deploy fiber optic network to deliver services.
• Terminate fiber optic cables and augment existing installations.
• Install fiber connections to homes, businesses, and enterprises.
• Document network configurations and audit completed construction.
• Repair damaged infrastructure and deploy additional sites.
• Provide excellent customer experience with Gateway Fiber network.
• Complete troubleshooting and repairs before closing work orders.
• Notify dispatch about issues and assist with repairs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Eager to learn

Flexible schedule

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or apprenticeship

Tools

TCP/IP knowledge

Wireless networking

Job description

Gateway Fiber in Kansas is seeking a Fiber Optic Installation Technician to inspect, deploy, and connect fiber networks for homes, businesses, and enterprises. You will terminate cables, install connections, document configurations, and audit completed work to ensure high quality and reliability.

This role requires a HS diploma, valid driver’s license, physical ability to lift 40–60 pounds, and readiness to work in varying conditions; vocational training or apprenticeship is a plus, as is