Field Fiber Technician II - Splicing & Maintenance

Shentel; York (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fiber Technician II position is accountable for maintaining and expanding Shentel's fiber optic network. The fiber technician is a field position, works in various weather conditions, and is responsible for intermediate to complex fiber preparation, splicing, installation and the repair of fiber optic cable from the POP to the customer premise using tools and fusion splicing equipment.

Under minimal supervision, performs testing and certification of fiber.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; technical degree preferred.
• 2+ years fiber splicing experience required.
• 2+ years field network/installation/maintenance experience required.
• 2+ years telecommunications experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and expand fiber optic network from POP to customer premise.
• Perform intermediate to complex fiber prep, splicing, installation and repair.
• Conduct testing and certification of fiber with fusion splicing equipment.
• Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and personnel.

Skills

Fusion splice

Ring-cut splice

Test equipment

Fiber color codes

Ribbonize fibers

On-call 24/7

Flexible hours

Independent work

Engineering drawings

Fiber certification

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma

Associate/Technical degree

Tools

OTDR

Fiber scope

Identifier

Job description

The Fiber Technician II position is accountable for maintaining and expanding Shentel's fiber optic network. The fiber technician is a field position, works in various weather conditions, and is responsible for intermediate to complex fiber preparation, splicing, installation and the repair of fiber optic cable from the POP to the customer premise using tools and fusion splicing equipment.

Under minimal supervision, performs testing and certification of fiber.