Outdoor Fiber Network Technician: Splicing & Testing

Internal; Holt (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card

DOT Certification

OSHA Certification

On-Call Pay

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Metronet is hiring a Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant in Holt, MI. The role focuses on terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting and testing fiber optic cables to ensure maximum network performance. Outdoor work is required, with seasonal weather exposure.

You will set up and test CPE installations, LANs and WiFi, work with NIDs/ONTs, and handle troubleshooting from MDF to the demarcation point. This position includes on-call duties and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years in telecommunications or related area.
• Some trade school training is desired.
• Professional with customers and fellow associates.
• Ability to meet key performance metrics.
• Physical ability to work in varied weather and conditions.
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs and work at heights with proper equipment.
• Operate and maintain DOT-certified bucket truck and trailer.

Responsibilities

• Perform setup, testing and maintenance for CPE installation (POTS, DSL, Networking).
• Install and maintain CPE LANs and WiFi networks.
• Install and maintain NIDs and ONTs.
• Troubleshoot from MDF to demarcation including CPE.
• Respond to trouble tickets within company standards.
• Install OSP facilities per work/service orders.
• Perform preventive maintenance and major repairs to distribution systems.
• Record and report changes; complete inventory replenishment.

Skills

Professionalism

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Bucket truck operation

Job description

Metronet is hiring a Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant in Holt, MI. The role focuses on terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting and testing fiber optic cables to ensure maximum network performance. Outdoor work is required, with seasonal weather exposure.

You will set up and test CPE installations, LANs and WiFi, work with NIDs/ONTs, and handle troubleshooting from MDF to the demarcation point. This position includes on-call duties and potential overtime.