Fiber Optics Field Technician II - Grantsville, MD

Beitzel Corporation•Grantsville, MD

11d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a hands-on career where you can work outdoors, solve problems, and build the infrastructure that keeps people connected? As a Fiber Optics Field Technician II , you’ll play a crucial role in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting fiber optic networks that power homes, businesses, and industries. This dynamic role keeps you out in the field, working with cutting-edge technology to ensure seamless communication networks. Each day brings variety and challenge, whether you're installing fiber lines, troubleshooting network issues, or working at heights and in confined spaces—all while fostering your valuable technical expertise. You'll be part of a team-oriented environment, collaborating with skilled professionals who prioritize safety, efficiency, and quality. Whether you're new to fiber optics or bring years of experience, we provide opportunities for growth through hands-on training in fiber splicing, testing, and network troubleshooting. Most importantly, this is a job with impact—your work helps build and sustain the high-speed networks that keep businesses, communities, and industries connected.

Requirements

2-4 years of relevant Fiber Optics experience preferred
Mastery of Field Technician I Job Duties
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
Ability to identify independent colors and learn color codes
Valid Driver’s License is required
Possess Underground Miner Card
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 with the following equipment: ladders, bucket truck, cable puller, and reel stands preferred

Responsibilities

Safely Perform work in communications spaces
Participate in work requiring pole climbing when necessary
Perform work from an elevated position in the bucket truck
Perform cable stripping, cleaving, terminating, and testing
Proficiently work with fiber optic equipment such as splicers, OTDR (optical time domain refractometer), traffic identifiers, light-source power-meter, fiber specific hand tools, etc.
Perform ring cuts on live fiber without affecting existing services
Troubleshoot and repair common fiber optic equipment and component issues to include OTDR testing, reporting, and troubleshooting
Lead and mentor less experienced coworkers
Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
Climb poles; carry, set-up and extend ladders weighing up to 65 pounds, as well as work with confidence on ladders and utility poles at heights of up to 60 feet in the air to perform tasks in communications spaces
Work indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditions
Able to walk long distances
Able to lift up to 65 pounds without assistance

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Rx Coverage
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with Company Match
Short/Long term disability
Paid time off (as outlined in the applicable Benefit's Summary) and 7 paid 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
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
Overtime available as applicable
Advancement through tailored employee career paths
Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children
Applicant may also receive additional compensation based on the Company and individual's performances