Fiber Optics Field Technician I - Farmington, NM

Pillar Innovations•Farmington, NM

About The Position

The general role of the Field Technician I – Fiber Optics is to string and maintain fiber optic cable which includes pulling, tensioning, stranding, and spacing lines. This individual will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair fiber lines. This position will perform new cable installs, removals, modifications, and repairs in outside plant locations to include telephone poles, underground services, and conduit. The Field Technician I is also responsible for terminating, splicing, documenting, and testing fiber optic cables with an end goal of meeting customer needs and providing maximum operating efficiency. The work performed will be within communications and power spaces. This individual understands each product and supports the improvement of operational efficiency and must be comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces for this position. The Field Technician I will report to the Project Manager - Fiber Optics and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

Requirements

No prior experience necessary
Valid Driver’s License is required
Must be comfortable working at elevated heights and in confined spaces
Ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision
Verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain professionalism
Compute basic math calculations and take measurements
Familiar with Microsoft Software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating the following equipment: ladders, bucket truck, cable puller, and reel stands preferred
Experience operating small equipment preferred (i.e., forklift, bobcat, telehandler, skid steer, etc.)
General construction and/or flagging experience preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain MSHA Certification
Ability to inspect, operate, and mobilize a bucket truck preferred

Responsibilities

Safely perform work in communications spaces
Qualify to work safely in energized spaces
Participate in training for pole climbing
Operate basic hand tools (Cordless Drill, Hammer, Wrench, Socket Set)
Qualify to perform work from an elevated position in the bucket truck
Assist when needed to remove old hardware from poles and install new
Provide roadway flagging support for the operation to include obtaining Flagger Certification
Assist with worksite housekeeping duties and equipment inspections
Assist with performing minor field repairs on equipment
Assist with stripping, cleaving, terminating, and testing cable
Learn Industry Standard coding for fiber optics
Become familiar with fiber optic equipment such as splicers, OTDR (optical time domain refractometer), traffic identifiers, light-source power-meter, fiber specific hand tools, etc.
Learn proper methods and procedures for terminating, splicing, and testing fiber optic cables
Learn to perform ring cuts on live fiber without affecting existing services
Learn to read and understand manufacturer manuals and standards for operating, installing, and repairing electronic equipment, product, and components
Learn to troubleshoot and repair common fiber optic equipment and component issues
Install demarcation enclosures, switches, and other telecom equipment
Route premise cable both inside and outside of facilities
Assist in the completion of documentation to include record-keeping, billing, and inventory, etc.
Learn to calibrate fiber optic equipment out in the field according to manufacturer’s instructions

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
Health/Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Short/Long term disability
Paid time off and holidays
Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
Employee focused work environment
On-the-job mentoring and training
Internal job postings
Performance and salary reviews
Employee feedback program
Advancement through defined employee career paths
Safety-first and drug free work environments
Bonuses and incentives for working safely
Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children