Fiber Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

CDL assistance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Uniforms

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Communication Data Link is seeking a Fiber Technician to join our team in Grimes, IA. We provide training to help you grow in this role and perform fiber optic installations and repairs with safety as a priority.

You will splice, test, and activate fiber networks, work with aerial and underground lines, and operate equipment like bucket trucks. Attractive wages and benefits accompany a stable, safety-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• Combination of work experience and/or technical training in an industry-related trade certification or education program.
• Experience in installing and repairing fiber optic lines, including above-ground on poles or underground; repairing existing lines.
• Aerial experience preferred.
• Experience with Jetting Fiber.
• Excellent manual dexterity and color vision.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental protection practices.
• Ability to guide safe work practices in high-pressure environments.
• Capable of handling logistics and crew assignments (preferred).
• Experience operating bucket trucks or man-lifts (preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and on uneven surfaces.

Responsibilities

• 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 installations.
• Work with Entrance Cabinets and Distribution Panels.
• Support New Builds & Extensions and System Cutovers.
• Perform Fusion/Mechanical splicing and troubleshoot with OTDR and Power Meter.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Color vision

Safety procedures

Self supervision

Education

Trade certification/education program

Fiber optic installation experience

Tools

Bucket truck operation

Jetting fiber

OTDR testing

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)
• 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
• Overbuild Full System Splicing
• Fusion / Mechanical splicing
• 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.
• 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)

If you have passion for what you do and show that passion through striving for improvement, building long-term relationships, acting with integrity, and maintaining a commitment to safety and profitability.

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

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 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:

Ability to Relocate:

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