Fiber Technician: Field Install, Repair & Troubleshoot

Swyft Fiber; Ball (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Swyft Fiber is seeking a Fiber Technician to install, troubleshoot, service, and repair telecommunications equipment and fiber optic cable in Ball, Louisiana.

The role requires 2+ years of field experience, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather, plus overtime and up to 20% travel as needed.

You will test circuits, diagnose issues, repair or replace faulty equipment, and demonstrate operation to customers while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of field experience as a telecommunications technician required.
• Working knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure required.
• Familiarity with fiber optic cable preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Travel up to 20% may be required.
• Ability to work long hours including overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Tests circuits and components to isolate malfunctions using hand tools.
• Tests and repairs equipment to ensure proper function and conformance to specs.
• Drives crew trucks to and from work sites.
• Inspects equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning.
• Repairs or replaces faulty equipment.
• Removes and remakes connections to change circuit layouts per work orders.
• Demonstrates equipment to customers and responds to inquiries.
• Analyzes test readings and trouble reports to determine repair methods.
• Adjusts or modifies equipment to meet customer requests.

Skills

Fiber optics

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Driving license

Safety aware

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Swyft Fiber is seeking a Fiber Technician to install, troubleshoot, service, and repair telecommunications equipment and fiber optic cable in Ball, Louisiana.

The role requires 2+ years of field experience, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather, plus overtime and up to 20% travel as needed.

You will test circuits, diagnose issues, repair or replace faulty equipment, and demonstrate operation to customers while upholding safety and quality standards.