Construction & Maintenance Technician (Aerial Fiber)

Greenlight Networks•Baltimore, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Greenlight Networks is seeking a Construction & Maintenance Technician to help build, maintain, and improve its aerial fiber network. The role supports network expansion, fiber splicing and testing, troubleshooting, and service restoration across the Greenlight Networks fiber footprint. Work takes place in the field and outdoors in all types of weather, with duties varying between expansion projects and responding to service disruptions. The technician maintains and repairs fiber-optic equipment and lines, works with other teams to resolve network issues, and participates in an on-call rotation for emergency repairs. The role may require travel out of town to support other markets, overtime, and flexible schedules. The hourly rate is $25.00–$39.00. Health, welfare, and retirement benefits are referenced, with further information available on the company careers website.

Requirements

Basic understanding of splice documents and maps is preferred.
Basic understanding of fusion machines and testing equipment.
Ability to safely run ADSS fiber 12F–48F, or basic understanding of how to do so.
Conceptual knowledge of, or ability to complete, a simple pole transfer.
Ability to work independently, manage daily tasks, and be punctual.
Ability to work safely at heights up to 50 feet in a bucket truck or on a ladder.
Basic troubleshooting abilities.
Basic knowledge of mapping software.
Ability to travel out of town to assist in other markets on a consistent basis.
Ability to work successfully in a team to resolve problems and achieve team goals.
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation for emergency repairs.
Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules as needed.
Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather.
Ability to distinguish colors.
Interest in building a career in the fiber industry and willingness to learn and strive for excellence in the craft.
High school degree or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to maintain insurability under company auto insurance guidelines.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Post-high-school coursework in a related field is preferred.
Previous exposure to electrical, fiber, or cable-related skilled craft work is preferred.
Basic understanding of splice documents and maps is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair fiber-optic equipment and fiber-optic lines in various environments across the Greenlight Networks fiber footprint.
Perform splicing on network expansion projects and assist with troubleshooting and repairs.
Diagnose network-performance disruptions, including low-light issues, and locate and repair faulty components to restore network functionality.
Audit and test customer-facing enclosures.
Work with a team to maintain and improve the fiber footprint.
Collaborate cross-functionally with other Greenlight teams to resolve escalated network issues while minimizing downtime.
Resolve technical issues outdoors in all types of weather.
Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency repairs.
Travel out of town to assist in other markets on a consistent basis.
Work overtime and flexible schedules as needed.