Fiber Technician I: Field Fiber Installer (On-Call, Flexible Hours)

Shentel; Frederick, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fiber Technician I position at Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) is a field role responsible for maintaining and expanding the fiber optic network. It involves basic fiber prep, splicing, installation and repair from the POP to the customer premise using fusion splicing equipment, in varying weather conditions.

Under supervision, the technician tests and certifies fiber and must communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and company staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1 year of Construction experience preferred.
• 1 year of Field Network/Installation/Maintenance experience preferred.
• 1 year of Telecommunications experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and expand fiber optic network.
• Install and repair fiber from POP to customer premises.
• Perform testing and certification of fiber.
• Communicate professionally with customers, contractors and company personnel.

Skills

Fusion splice

Fiber optics

Ring-cut splice

Read engineering drawings

On-call availability

Flexible hours

Independence

Documentation

Light Brigade cert

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Fusion splicing equipment

Job description

The Fiber Technician I position at Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) is a field role responsible for maintaining and expanding the fiber optic network. It involves basic fiber prep, splicing, installation and repair from the POP to the customer premise using fusion splicing equipment, in varying weather conditions.

Under supervision, the technician tests and certifies fiber and must communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and company staff.