Fiber Optic Cable Technician

Chinchor Electric Inc.•St. Augustine, FL

About The Position

Chinchor Electric, Inc. is hiring a Fiber Optic Cable Technician to install and maintain outside plant fiber-optic cables used for critical infrastructure, highway communications, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). The work includes pulling and blowing cable through conduit and duct systems, excavation for underground installations and repairs, locating and marking buried cable, and assisting with fiber splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting. The technician will also operate bucket trucks and related equipment, follow project plans and instructions, inspect tools and equipment, observe safety procedures, and communicate progress and material needs to a supervisor. This position involves outdoor work and may require travel, nights, weekends, overtime, and work out of town. The technician must be able to work as part of a crew and meet the physical demands described in the posting. Pay is $24 or more per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

Experience pulling and blowing fiber-optic cable through conduit and duct systems.
Ability to accurately locate and mark underground fiber-optic cables.
Ability to use cable installation tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Ability to read and follow project plans and technical instructions.
Ability to work outdoors, travel, and work nights, weekends, overtime, and out of town as needed.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with a crew.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Must be able to pass required drug and alcohol testing.
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job, including digging with a shovel, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, pulling, pushing, climbing, and lifting at least 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with critical infrastructure, highway communications, or ITS projects.
Experience operating or working from a bucket truck.
Fiber-optic splicing and termination experience.

Responsibilities

Install and maintain outside plant (OSP) fiber-optic cables supporting critical infrastructure, highway communications, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
Pull and blow fiber-optic cable through conduit and duct systems using appropriate equipment and installation methods.
Perform digging, trenching, backfilling, and other excavation tasks to install, access, and repair underground fiber-optic cable and conduit.
Accurately locate and mark underground fiber-optic cables to identify routes and prevent damage during excavation.
Operate bucket trucks and related equipment safely for installation and maintenance activities.
Assist with fiber-optic splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting as assigned.
Read and follow project plans, installation instructions, and supervisor directions.
Handle and install cables properly to prevent damage.
Inspect tools and equipment before use and report damage or operating concerns.
Follow company safety procedures and project requirements while working near roadways, traffic, and construction activities.
Communicate work progress, installation issues, and material needs to a supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical plan options that are 100% employer-paid.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Pet insurance.
Life insurance that is 100% employer-paid.
Supplemental insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k) with match.
Tiered Christmas bonus.
Paid time off.
Employee referral program.
20% night differential.
Advancement opportunities.
Paid apprenticeship and training opportunities through the four-year Florida Electrical Apprenticeship & Training (FEAT) and Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) apprenticeship programs.
Paid certifications, including CDL-A, crane certification (rigging, signaling, and operating), IMSA, Maintenance of Traffic, and Traffic Signal Technician Levels I, II, and III.