Fiber Technician 3rd Shift

Charter Spectrum • Lancaster, NY

137d • $20 - $37

About The Position

As a Fiber Technician, you will be contributing to providing our customers quality service by locating and repairing fiber impairments in the field. You'll be working primarily independently while examining existing fiber plant and connecting new builds for residential and enterprise customers. By maintaining and improving Charter's fiber network, your work will keep our customers connected to our growing network.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Industry and vendor specific certifications and training (NCTI, SCTE, and BCT/E).
• Completion of NCTI - Fiber Installation and Activation and Fiber Testing and Maintenance and/or SCTE Maintenance Technology Level 2, Networking Testing and Maintenance Level 2, Optical Fiber Construction.
• Maintenance tech or equivalent work experience of at least 1 year.
• Knowledge of traditional fiber architectures, fiber optic systems, testing and splicing equipment, and Coarse and Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (CWDM/DWDM).
• Valid driver's license.
• Highly organized, able to work independently, strong communications skills.
• Able to stand for 50-70% of the time.
• Able to use hand tools.
• Able to climb poles using gaffs and climbing belts as infrequently.
• Able to work in inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree in electronics or a related field.
• Basic computer knowledge for occasional work in the office.

Responsibilities

• Locate and repair fiber impairments in the field.
• Examine existing fiber plant and connect new builds for residential and enterprise customers.
• Maintain and improve Charter's fiber network.

Benefits

• Dynamic Growth: Opportunities to be promoted from Fiber Tech I to Fiber Tech II, Construction Coordinator, or Supervisor.
• Job Perks: Great benefits, thorough training and salary increases as you progress in your career.
• Competitive Pay: Generous starting salary.
• Total Rewards: Comprehensive pay and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees