Technician I Job

FiberPlus, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

FiberPlus, Inc. is hiring a Technician I in Columbia, MD. This entry-level role requires basic technical or mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn on the job and via vendor instruction.

You will assist with installation of structured cable systems, cabling, terminations, testing, and site readiness. Responsibilities include supporting crew leads, maintaining van inventories, and learning to use work schedules to boost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 0–6 months experience in telecom or technical fields.
• Able to work under supervision to install structured cable systems (fiber, copper, coax).
• Good verbal and written communication; able to work in varied environments (premise/OSP).
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, travel as needed; pass background check and provide DMV record.

Responsibilities

• Assist Crew Leader and Technician II to complete projects.
• Maintain van and job inventories; assist with equipment care.
• Install cabling and infrastructure; terminations, pulling, testing.
• Learn to use work scheduling to improve crew efficiency; increase speed of work habits.
• Learn installation procedures and related processes.

Skills

0-6 months experience

Technical aptitude

Verbal/written communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Military electronic specialization

Trade school certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Technician I Job #325

LOCATION: Columbia, MD

Position summary

Technician Level I is an entry level position that requires a technical or mechanical aptitude and/or experience and a capacity to learn through on-the-job and vendor instruction.

Position responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 1) Assists the Crew Leader and Technician II on the successful completion of assigned projects; 2) Assists with maintenance and care of the van/job inventories; 3) Installs cabling and associated infrastructure; 4) Cable terminations, pulling, and testing; 5) Learns to effectively utilize work scheduling to maximize crew efficiency; 6) Adds efficiency and speed to work habits; and 7) Learns the many facets involved in current installation procedures.

Essential skills and experience

Minimum of 0-6 months of experience in the telecommunications industry or other technical/mechanical fields. Technicians must be able to work under the supervision of Crew Leader and senior technicians during the installation of structured cable systems and pathways including fiber optic, copper, and co-axial cable. Technicians I must have good verbal/written communications skills and the ability to use hand and power tools. Technicians Level I will have good interpersonal and customer service skills and the ability to work in both premise and OSP environments (work from ladders, lifts, manholes, confined spaces and bucket trucks up to 30’ may be required). Technicians must be able to work overtime, weekends, after hours, and travel as needed. Must be available to work 24/7 service calls if required. Experience with conduit 2” or less strongly preferred.

Must be able to pass a background check and/or have the ability to get a government issued security clearance. A clean driving record is required and candidate must provide a DMV record upon offer of employment. Drug screening is required. U.S. citizenship may also be required.

Education

High school diploma/GED, military electronic specialization schools, or trade school certification. Manufacturer certification, as applicable, may be substituted for trade school certification. BICSI certification is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing duties of the job, Technicians will frequently be required to stand; walk; sit; bend; stoop; kneel; climb; pull; push; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. They will also frequently be required to lift a minimum of 75 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment usually moderate, but can become heavy or high depending on the equipment being used at the particular work site.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills, nor are these statements intended to create a contract of employment between the employee and FiberPlus, Inc.

FiberPlus, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer

FiberPlus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

FiberPlus provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job seekers without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws.

Benefits

FiberPlus offers eligible employees an attractive benefits package including health care coverage, tuition assistance, 401(k) and much more. Please see below for more details on some of the specific benefit plan options:

Paid Time Off

FiberPlus offers employees generous paid time off benefits including, but not limited to, paid holidays, vacation accrual and sick/personal time.

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

FiberPlus offers comprehensive, high-quality medical, dental and vision care options for employees and their immediate families.

Life Insurance

The Company provides all employees with basic life insurance at no cost. In addition to enrollment in the Company-paid life insurance plan, employees are given the opportunity to purchase additional life insurance for themselves, spouse, and/or dependent children.

Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability

FiberPlus employees can elect to enroll in Short Term and/or Long Term Disability plans for themselves at group rates.

401(k)

The FiberPlus 401(k) plan helps employees invest in their future by building financial resources for retirement. Eligible employees have the option to enroll and contribute through payroll deduction.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides our employees and their dependents access to assistance with childcare, eldercare, adoption, relationships and financial issues.

Tuition Assistance

Continuing education is a valuable tool which employees can use to increase their knowledge and skills, and to improve their position within the Company. FiberPlus offers Tuition Assistance to encourage and reward employees who show a commitment to continuing education.

Flexible Spending Account

Employees can set aside money for unreimbursed medical care and/or eligible dependent care needs.

About the company

FiberPlus, Inc.