FTTH Fiber Optic Installer & Home Network Tech

Garmac Limited LLC; Versailles (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmac Limited LLC in the United States is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Installation Technician with FTTH and telecom experience to install and troubleshoot fiber at residential and commercial sites.

You will run fiber, terminate and test with meters (OTDRs) and equipment, configure routers, educate customers, and maintain safety and documentation while managing multiple jobs per day.

Qualifications

• FTTH, telecom, cable, satellite, or low‑voltage installation experience preferred.
• Fiber optic installation and troubleshooting experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to use fiber testing equipment (optical power meters, visual fault locators, etc.).
• Ability to safely operate drills, hand tools, ladders, and installation equipment.
• Basic understanding of home networking, routers, Wi‑Fi, and Ethernet.
• Strong customer‑service skills and professional appearance.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple jobs daily.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screenings when required.
• Must possess a truck, basic hand tools, and a ladder.
• Splicer lease available if needed.

Responsibilities

• Install fiber‑optic service at residential and commercial customer locations.
• Run fiber from terminals to customer premises.
• Install and route interior/exterior fiber cabling, including drilling through walls.
• Install fiber drops, NIDs/enclosures, ONTs, routers, and other customer‑premise equipment.
• Perform fiber terminations, connector installation, and splicing as needed.
• Test optical signal levels using optical power meters, OTDRs, light sources, and visual fault locators.
• Verify installations meet specifications and activate internet or related services.
• Configure routers, Wi‑Fi equipment, and confirm proper connectivity.
• Troubleshoot fiber, equipment, Wi‑Fi, and general connectivity issues.
• Educate customers on installed equipment, services, and basic operation.
• Maintain a clean, professional work area during and after installation.
• Document completed work, equipment used, test results, and installation details.
• Capture required photographs and complete electronic work orders.
• Maintain company tools, testing equipment, vehicles, and inventory.
• Follow all company, customer, OSHA, and job‑site safety requirements.
• Communicate with supervisors and dispatch regarding job status, issues, damages, or additional work needed.

Skills

FTTH installation

Fiber troubleshooting

Customer service

Independent work

Driver's license

Tools

Optical power meters

OTDRs

Visual fault locators

Network testing equipment

Job description

Garmac Limited LLC in the United States is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Installation Technician with FTTH and telecom experience to install and troubleshoot fiber at residential and commercial sites.

You will run fiber, terminate and test with meters (OTDRs) and equipment, configure routers, educate customers, and maintain safety and documentation while managing multiple jobs per day.