Outside Fiber Technician

Wyomingvalleychamber; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 30,307 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Wyomingvalleychamber is hiring an Outside Fiber Technician in Wilkes-Barre, PA. In this role, you will oversee installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fiber optic systems while ensuring exceptional customer experience. Candidates should possess at least 1 year of relevant installation experience, a valid driver’s license, and a strong work ethic. The position offers an hourly pay range of $22.00 to $27.00, subject to various influencing factors. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Additional benefits are outlined on the company's website.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of installation experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record are essential.
• Basic understanding of fiber optics cabling and splicing.
• Ability to perform work in adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform cabling testing and documentation for all media types.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber optic systems.
• Pull, suspend, terminate, and test optical fiber according to regulations.
• Work collaboratively to ensure premier service to customers.
• Assist with business related duties as assigned.

Skills

Installation experience

Understanding of fiber optics cabling

Basic computer and home networking skills

Ability to use tools and equipment

Work ethic

Safety adherence

Physical ability to lift and work at height

Flexibility in work schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Drills

Cable cutters

Splicers

Hammer drill

Job description

Telecommunications Technicians Construction, Installation and Mechanical

As our Outside Fiber Technician, you will be one of the initial points of contact for our customers ensuring they experience a seamless installation process and the highest level of customer experience is exceeded by providing an ultra‑high‑speed internet service.

What you’ll be doing:

• Cabling testing and documentation (all media types).
• Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fiber optic systems and networks.
• Working with optical fiber, including performing all cable pulling, suspension, fiber terminating, and testing in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other local regulations.
• Working as part of a collaborative team to ensure premier service to our business and residential customers.
• Helping with other business related duties as assigned.

Experience and Skills:

• 1+ years of installation experience required.
• This role requires the operation of a company vehicle. A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and the ability to maintain insurability under the company's auto policy are essential.
• Basic understanding of fiber optics cabling and splicing.
• Basic computer and home networking skills; basic electronic audio/video knowledge is helpful.
• Ability to properly use all tools and equipment necessary to perform assigned tasks, including drills, cable cutters, splicers, and hammer drill.
• A high standard of work ethic with an ability to perform all work in a neat and quality manner.
• Ability to adhere to safety guidelines and requirements, including wearing all forms of PPE.
• Ability to work in adverse conditions, including all weather conditions.
• Must have great work ethic and be trainable.
• Work aloft and in close spaces up to 30ft in ladder, or hand climb utility poles using gaffs; work in manholes.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, or crouch for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and carry 25 pounds consistently.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules including weekends, holidays, evenings, and overtime as required.
• Valid and clean NYS Driver License is required, pre‑employment drug test, pre‑employment background check.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; college or technical/vocational school a plus.
• Ability to read a print and follow color‑coordinated routings.

Compensation:

• Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly pay range for this position is between $22.00 - $27.00. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.greenlightnetworks.com/careers/.