Fiber Technician

CABLESOUTH MEDIA III LLC • Ball, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Installs, troubleshoots, services, and repairs telecommunications equipment and fiber optic cable.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of field experience as a telecommunications technician required.
• Working knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure required.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company driving standards.
• Individuals must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record meeting the company and insurance policy conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with fiber optic cable preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tests circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to isolate the source of malfunctions, using various hand tools.
• Tests and repairs, newly installed, or updated equipment to ensure that it functions properly and conforms to specifications, using test equipment and observation.
• Drives crew trucks to and from work areas.
• Inspects equipment on a regular basis in order to ensure proper functioning.
• Repairs or replaces faulty equipment.
• Removes and remakes connections in order to change circuit layouts, following work orders or diagrams.
• Demonstrates equipment to customers and explains how it is to be used and responds to any inquiries or complaints.
• Analyzes test readings, computer printouts, and trouble reports to determine equipment repair needs and required repair methods.
• Adjusts or modifies equipment to enhance equipment performance or to respond to customer requests.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED