Fiber Technician

Spectrum; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic company as a Fiber Technician I, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving fiber networks. This position offers the opportunity to work independently while being part of a supportive team, ensuring customers stay connected to a fast-paced and growing network. You will utilize cutting-edge technology and have the chance to advance your career through promotions. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and well-being, this role promises a rewarding experience in a collaborative environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Great benefits

Thorough training

Salary increases

Dynamic growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience as a maintenance tech or equivalent.
• Knowledge of fiber optic systems and traditional architectures.

Responsibilities

• Locate and repair fiber impairments in the field.
• Examine existing fiber plant and connect new builds.

Skills

Highly organized

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree in electronics or related field

Tools

Testing and splicing equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Motivated and well organized. Works well independently, detailed-oriented, and dedicated to getting the job done. If this sounds like you, then Fiber Technician I might be the role for you.

BE A PART OF THE CONNECTION

As a Fiber Technician, you will be contributing to providing our customers quality service by locating and repairing fiber impairments in the field. You’ll working primarily independently while examining existing fiber plant and connecting new builds for residential and enterprise customers. By maintaining and improving Charter’s fiber network, your work will keep our customers connected to our growing network.

WHAT OUR FIBER TECHS ENJOY MOST

• Working independently while having team support if needed
• Every day in the field is different
• The knowledge of ultimately helping customers
• An open flow of communication between peer organizations
• A fast paced environment
• Working with cutting edge technology
  

With the support of your team and other peer organizations, you will be able to ensure our fiber networks are working optimally. You will become a valued member of Charter’s organization through your dedication and hard work.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM

Required Qualifications

• Education:High school diploma
  
  • Industry and vendor specific certifications and training (NCTI, SCTE, and BCT/E)
• Experience: Maintenance tech or equivalent work experience of at least 1 year
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of traditional fiber architectures, fiber optic systems, testing and splicing equipment, and Coarse and Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (CWDM/DWDM), Valid driver’s license
• Skills: Highly organized, able to work independently, strong communications skills
• Abilities: Able to stand for 50-70% of the time
  
  • Able to use hand tools
  • Able to climb poles using gaffs and climbing belts as infrequently
  • Able to work in inclement weather
• Schedule: Hours will be determined as business needs dictate

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in electronics or a related field
• Basic computer knowledge for occasional work in the office
  

SPECTRUM CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

• Dynamic Growth: With opportunities to be promoted from Fiber Tech I to Fiber Tech II, Construction Coordinator, or Supervisor, your talent and skills will grow tremendously
• Job Perks: Great benefits, thorough training and salary increases as you progress in your career
• Competitive Pay: Generous starting salary
• Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you --- at work and in life
  

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