Fiber Technician 3rd Shift

Spectrum; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum, operating as Charter Communications, seeks a Fiber Technician I to locate and repair fiber impairments in the field while working mostly independently. You will inspect existing fiber plant and connect new builds for residential and enterprise customers, maintaining and improving the network to keep customers connected.

The role requires strong organization, communication, and the ability to operate in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• NCTI/SCTE/BCT/E certifications preferred.
• NCTI Fiber Installation/Activation and Fiber Testing courses values.

Responsibilities

• Locate and repair fiber impairments in the field.
• Work primarily independently while examining existing fiber plant and connecting new builds for residential and enterprise customers.
• Maintain and improve Charter’s fiber network to keep customers connected.

Skills

Independence

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma

NCTI, SCTE, BCT/E certifications

NCTI Fiber Installation & Activation

SCTE Maintenance Tech Level 2

Tools

CWDM/DWDM knowledge

Fiber testing equipment

Fiber splicing

Valid driver’s license

Job description

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

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.

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)
  • Completion of the following courses: NCTI - Fiber Installation and Activation and Fiber Testing and Maintenance and/or SCTE Maintenance Technology Level 2, Networking Testing and Maintenance Level 2, Optical Fiber Construction
• 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

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