Outside Plant Technician

Silver Star Communications; Driggs (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional telecommunications provider in Driggs, Idaho is seeking an Installation Technician to install and maintain outside plant copper and fiber optic facilities. This role involves essential responsibilities such as performing copper splicing, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and some experience in telecommunications. The position requires a valid driver's license and offers opportunities to engage with the local community.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience preferred in telecommunications installation and maintenance.
• Ability to hold a valid Wyoming or Idaho Driver's License.
• Ability to learn tower climbing and rescue certification.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain copper and fiber optic telecommunications equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on OSP facilities and associated equipment.
• Reclaim construction areas to meet company standards.
• Document work orders and maintain accuracy in reports.

Skills

Copper splicing

Fiber optic installation

Equipment maintenance

Documentation accuracy

Class A CDL certification

Tower climbing and rescue

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

General Summary

Install and maintain outside plant (OSP) copper and fiber optic facilities and associated OSP telecommunications equipment. Install direct buried cable and other facilities using plowing, digging, and trenching equipment. Install demarcation devices at customer premises. Locate buried copper and fiber optic cabling.

Essential Job Functions / Certifications

• Install Outside Plant (OSP) facilities according to engineered work orders or service orders in compliance with RUS and NEC standards.
• Reclaim construction area to company standards.
• Install and maintain copper and fiber optic cable and distribution systems.
• Perform copper splicing to company and RUS standards.
• Locate buried copper and fiber optic facilities.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on OSP facilities, buried cable, pedestals, hand holes, manholes, etc.
• Install and maintain network interface devices (NID) and Optical Network Terminals (ONT).
• Ensures OSP facilities are maintained to RUS and telecom industry standards.
• Ability to navigate and interpret standard telecommunication prints and mapping.
• Meet documentation accuracy and timeframe standards for closing work orders, cable rearrangements, inventory audits, timesheets, IFTA reporting, DOT mileage logs, etc.
• Perform basic maintenance and lubrication on construction equipment on a daily basis to ensure proper operation and safety.
• Be the face of Silver Star, championing the company as a key player in the development of the local community.
• Assist with campus facilities maintenance such as snow removal, grounds maintenance, etc.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Class A CDL
• Ability to obtain and maintain Tower Climbing and Rescue certification with Biennial renewal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements

• High School Diploma plus 2 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to hold a valid Wyoming or Idaho Driver's License.