Fiber Technician II — Field Splicing & Network Maintenance

Shentel in; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shentel in Frederick, MD is seeking a Fiber Technician II to maintain and expand its fiber optic network in the field, handling installation, splicing, and repair from the POP to the customer premise using fusion splicing equipment. Under minimal supervision, you will test and certify fiber, communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and company personnel, and be on-call for emergencies.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma (Associate’s/Technical degree preferred) and 2

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate's/Technical Degree preferred.
• 2 years of Fiber Splicing experience required.
• 2 years of Field Network/Installation/Maintenance/Construction experience required.
• 2 years of Telecommunications experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and expand Shentel's fiber optic network from the POP to customer premises.
• Perform intermediate to complex fiber preparation, splicing, installation and repair using fusion splicing equipment.
• Test and certify fiber under minimal supervision; communicate professionally with customers, contractors and company personnel.

Skills

Fusion splice

Ring-cut splice

Test equipment use

Fiber color codes

Ribbonize fibers

On-call availability

Independent work

Engineering drawings

Light Brigade Certification

Fiber Optics 1-2-3

Advanced OSP Technician

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's/Technical Degree

Tools

Light Brigade Certification

Fiber Optics 1-2-3

Advanced OSP Technician

Job description

Shentel in Frederick, MD is seeking a Fiber Technician II to maintain and expand its fiber optic network in the field, handling installation, splicing, and repair from the POP to the customer premise using fusion splicing equipment. Under minimal supervision, you will test and certify fiber, communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and company personnel, and be on-call for emergencies.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma (Associate’s/Technical degree preferred) and 2