FTTH Fiber Drop Technician — Field Install & Troubleshoot

Smartsearchonline; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartsearchonline in Oceanside, CA seeks a Fiber Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot FTTH drop connections. The role involves outdoor fieldwork, site surveys, splicing, testing, and customer interaction, with on-call rotations as needed.

The ideal candidate has fiber experience, understands FTTH networks, and can lift up to 75 pounds while working in varying weather. Competitive hourly compensation is offered with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year in telecom, fiber optics, or related field.
• Knowledge of FTTH network architecture and fiber installation practices.
• Experience with fiber testing equipment including OTDRs and power meters.
• Ability to read construction prints, maps, and diagrams.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Install underground fiber drop cables to residential and commercial locations.
• Perform fiber splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Conduct site surveys to determine safe installation paths.
• Install and secure drop cables using standard methods and equipment.
• Complete fiber testing using power meters and testers.
• Troubleshoot service issues and perform repairs to restore connectivity.
• Maintain safety and comply with regulations and company standards.
• Operate company vehicles and field equipment safely.
• Record installations and service activities in company software.
• Communicate installation procedures and expectations with customers.
• Participate in on-call rotations and emergency restoration.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Independent work

Customer service

Safety procedures

Productivity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OTDRs

Power meters

Job description

Smartsearchonline in Oceanside, CA seeks a Fiber Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot FTTH drop connections. The role involves outdoor fieldwork, site surveys, splicing, testing, and customer interaction, with on-call rotations as needed.

The ideal candidate has fiber experience, understands FTTH networks, and can lift up to 75 pounds while working in varying weather. Competitive hourly compensation is offered with safety as a priority.