Technician II Job

FiberPlus, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

A local telecommunications company in Richmond, VA, is seeking a Technician II to assist with fiber optic and copper cable installations. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in the telecommunications industry and possess strong installation skills along with good interpersonal abilities. This role will require work both independently and with a crew, supporting project completion and facilitating training for other technicians. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the telecommunications industry.
• Able to work independently or as part of a crew.
• Experience with fiber optic, UTP, and coaxial cable installations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fiber optic and copper cable installations.
• Under supervision, install fiber optic and copper cable systems.
• Facilitate hands-on instruction for lesser-experienced technicians.

Skills

Telecommunications experience

Installation skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Military electronic specialization

Trade school certification

BICSI certification

Tools

Cable testers

Light source and Power meters

Hand tools

Job description

Technician II

Location: Richmond, VA

Position summary: Technicians Level II must have a solid technical background and are responsible to run projects in the absence of a Crew Leader.

Position responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assists with fiber optic and copper cable installations
• Under supervision, installs fiber optic and copper cable systems, supporting structures, and components
• Assists the Crew Leader in the successful completion of assigned tasks
• Facilitates hands‑on instruction of lesser‑experienced Technicians

Essential skills and experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. Able to work independently or as a member of a crew to complete fiber optic, UTP, and/or coaxial cable installation projects as well as associated system components. Hands on experience installing vertical backbone and horizontal fiber optic and copper cable systems as well as proficiency with hand tools to be used in the installation of support structures, including conduit, cable trays, racks, patch panels, cable management systems, outlets, and jacks. Technicians Level II will assist in the installation of fiber optic, copper, and Co‑axial cable systems. Additionally, they will assist with testing and documenting the results with test equipment such as light source and Power meters, OTDRs, and hand‑held cable testers as defined in TIA/EIA TSB‑67. Other skill sets include: working knowledge of fiber optic and copper cable terms and concepts, installation codes, practices, and procedures, including BICSI, EIA/TIA standards, manufacturer recommendations, and OSHA standards. Technicians Level II 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, after hours, and travel as needed. Technicians Level II must also be available for 24/7 on‑call service as required. Experience working with 2” and under conduit 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.

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Benefits

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.

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.