Fiber Technician

Communication Data Link; Grimes (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Uniforms provided

Cell phone reimbursement

Referral program

Job summary

Communication Data Link is seeking a Fiber Technician in Grimes, IA for full-time, in-person work. Training provided; must have fiber installation/repair experience and valid Iowa driver’s license. Requires comfort with outdoor conditions, safety practices, and operating bucket trucks or similar equipment.

Pay ranges $18.00–$28.00 per hour with benefits including health insurance and 401(k) match. Standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 7 am–5 pm, with possible overtime and some overnight travel as

Qualifications

• Experience or training in industry-related trade certification or education program.
• Experience installing and repairing fiber optic lines, above ground on poles or underground.

Responsibilities

• Fiber, coax, and copper splicing and activation.
• Provide fiber splicing services including hot cut work, testing, and restoration.
• Provide complete Outside Plant Splicing (OSP) and Inside Plant Splicing (ISP) fiber splicing.
• Travel to job sites; work in aerial/underground environments.
• Troubleshoot; test with OTDR and Power Meter.

Skills

Fiber installation

Pole and underground work

Jetting fiber

Color vision

Health, safety practices

Supervision-friendly work

Bucket truck operation

Driver’s license

Outdoor weather work

Job description

Communication Data Link is looking for a Fiber Technician. We have several openings for individuals looking to continue growing their career and willing to learn and grow with our company. We will provide as much training as needed to help you succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Combination of work experience and/or technical training in an industry-related trade certification or education program
• Must have experience in installing and repairing fiber optic lines. Installing new lines above ground on poles or underground and repairing existing lines
• Aerial experience preferred
• Experience with Jetting Fiber
• Excellent manual dexterity and able to see different colors
• Working knowledge of health, safety and environmental protection practices and procedures
• Proven ability to guide safe work practices in a high-pressure environment while maintaining project quality, schedule, and budget
• Must be capable of handling logistics and crew assignments (preferred)
• Experience operating and performing work in a bucket truck, man-lift, etc. (preferred)
• Valid Iowa Driver’s License
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet) and perform work on uneven surfaces.
• The ability to work with little supervision while following safety policies and procedures, wearing required personal protective equipment, and adding to a safe and positive team environment is a must.

What you will be joining

• Fiber, coax, and copper splicing and activation
• Provide fiber splicing services such as hot cut work, emergency testing, and restoration.
• Provide complete Outside Plant Splicing (OSP) and Inside Plant Splicing (ISP) fiber splicing services.
• Long Haul Aerial or Underground
• Entrance Cabinets
• Distribution Panels
• New Builds & Extensions
• System Cutovers
• Hot Cuts Mid Sheath Laterals
• Retrofit/Upgrade Splicing
• Overbuild Full System Splicing
• Fusion / Mechanical splicing
• Emergency Restoration Audit Inspection Service / Reel Testing
• Troubleshoot; Test with OTDR and Power Meter

Communication Data Link offers

• Competitive Wages
• CDL Assistance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Company provided uniforms.
• 401k match
• Cell Phone Reimbursement

Work expectations

Standard Work Week: Monday-Friday; 7 am – 5 pm; Weekend work may be required with little or no notice; work schedule determined by season, weather, deadlines, and availability of work.

Travel: at times, the employee may be assigned to a job site where several overnight stays are required

Environment Conditions: at times will be exposed to various contaminants, like exhausted vapors, gas/diesel fumes, and dust; be subjected to noisy conditions; diverse weather conditions, including high heat (over 90°), freezing conditions (below 15°), and all forms of precipitation (high humidity/snow/rain)

We believe in diversity and inclusion. We encouraged people from different Backgrounds to apply. Communication Data Link is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Year round work

Ability to Commute

• Grimes, IA 50111 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

• Grimes, IA 50111: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location

In person