Senior Fiber Network Technician (FTTH/RFOG)

Optimum; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum in Abilene, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to repair and maintain fiber and coaxial networks, supporting residential and business services. Under general supervision, you will troubleshoot from the headend to customer devices and mentor junior techs.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license with DOT/ CDL where applicable, fiber repair experience, and knowledge of FTTH/RFOG.

Qualifications

• Internal applicants must complete their Career Progression program to be deemed eligible.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence and meet DOT driver qualification standards.
• Ability to obtain DOT medical card and, where applicable, a CDL; must comply with DOT requirements.
• Ability to comprehend and operate appropriate testing equipment (e.g., signal level meters, ohm meters).

Responsibilities

• Fulfills demand maintenance and preventive maintenance by troubleshooting and repairing networks from the Master Telecommunication Center to customer devices.
• Maintains a unity gain network and ensures FCC-required network tests.
• Troubleshoots and repairs the distribution network from headend to customer devices; supports installation as needed.

Skills

Fiber repair

FTTH & RFOG knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AGORA

Netwin

Net-Q

Job description

Optimum in Abilene, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to repair and maintain fiber and coaxial networks, supporting residential and business services. Under general supervision, you will troubleshoot from the headend to customer devices and mentor junior techs.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license with DOT/ CDL where applicable, fiber repair experience, and knowledge of FTTH/RFOG.