Fiber Technician

MP Nexlevel•Maple Lake, MN

About The Position

A Fiber Technician should possess extensive knowledge of fiber optic networks with the skillset and ability to trouble shoot and repair circuits within various telecommunications systems. Duties and Responsibilities: Able to efficiently take a project from initial start to final closeouts with minimal to no supervision Keep projects on schedule by planning your work and working your plan. Mentor less experience teammates on crew Manage and maintain company issued vehicles and equipment including fusion machines, OTDR, Power meters, light sources, trucks and trailers, etc Remain compliant and up-to-date with DOT regulations, licensing, technician fiber optic certifications, and all equipment calibration requirements Ability to read, interpret, input, and analyze information with a high degree of accuracy and completeness Perform unsupervised fiber optic testing (trouble shooting), reading and understanding OTDR & Power meter reports Operate technical equipment, including but not limited to computer, OTDR and fusion splicing and testing equipment for both single and ribbon fiber Knowledge of and understanding RUS units to be able to input production into company proprietary software Document work performed; track and communicate daily production and materials used Be included in an emergency on-call restoration schedule Safety training as required by position Paperwork filing and maintenance as needed The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits offered to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance, along with Paid Time Off, paid Holidays, traditional and ROTH 401(k) options with company match, employee stock purchase plan, education assistance program, employee assistance program, training and development opportunities, Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program, and a Commercial Driver’s License obtainment program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License and DOT health card
Ability to work independently or in group settings
In depth knowledge of prepping, splicing, terminating, and testing fiber optic components and cable plants.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, detail oriented
Extensive knowledge of telecommunications network infrastructure, with proven skillset prepping/building various splice cases, fiber panels, proficiency with fiber testing, and processing close out packages based on customer specific requirements
Handling/opening various types of fiber cable, routing fibers into splice trays, panels, and/or cabinets
Knowledge of health, safety and environmental protection practices and procedures as they apply to related construction processes
Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment utilized in splicing fiber
Ability to operate company vehicles and properly tow/back-up trailers
Willingness to travel
Ability to use electronics and various software to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, crawl, etc.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces
Able to work in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat)
Must be able to identify color

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of TIA/EIA, NEC codes and standards, and FOT certified a plus.
Experience operating and performing work in a bucket truck, man-lift is a plus

Responsibilities

Efficiently take a project from initial start to final closeouts with minimal to no supervision
Keep projects on schedule by planning your work and working your plan
Mentor less experience teammates on crew
Manage and maintain company issued vehicles and equipment including fusion machines, OTDR, Power meters, light sources, trucks and trailers, etc
Remain compliant and up-to-date with DOT regulations, licensing, technician fiber optic certifications, and all equipment calibration requirements
Ability to read, interpret, input, and analyze information with a high degree of accuracy and completeness
Perform unsupervised fiber optic testing (trouble shooting), reading and understanding OTDR & Power meter reports
Operate technical equipment, including but not limited to computer, OTDR and fusion splicing and testing equipment for both single and ribbon fiber
Knowledge of and understanding RUS units to be able to input production into company proprietary software
Document work performed; track and communicate daily production and materials used
Be included in an emergency on-call restoration schedule
Safety training as required by position
Paperwork filing and maintenance as needed