Installer Fiber Technician- TRAINING AVAILABLE

AFL Telecommunications•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Founded in 1984, AFL generates over $1B in revenue and employs more than 5,800 associates worldwide. ITC Service Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of AFL founded in 1999, provides managed services and workforce solutions for the nationwide planning, design, construction, installation, and maintenance of voice, data, and video networks. Both companies share core values, recognizing employees as their greatest asset and investing in their training and career success. The Fiber Installation Technician (Cable Installer) role involves working both inside and outside customer homes, responsible for the installation and customer experience of new Broadband integrated digital TV, high-speed Internet, and voice services.

Requirements

Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record.
Meet safety restriction weight limit of 275 lbs.
Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs.
Must be able to work flexible hours with the understanding that workdays can be in excess of normal hours and some weekend and holiday work may be required.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol screen.
Ability to visually perceive differences in wire and cable colors.
Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training in order to remain competitive in the telecommunications field.
Ability to be “on call” and “on standby” in relation to the workload.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of computer operating systems (i.e., MS 98SE, 2000, XP and above).
Experience cabling various electronic components (e.g., modems, routers, TVs, stereo systems and home entertainment systems).
Experience working with CAT 5 and COAX wiring.
Ability to provide efficient, quality customer service to both internal and external customers both face-to-face and over-the-phone.
Ability to recognize and identify sales opportunities that meet the needs of customers and the company including promoting and closing sales of products and services.
Knowledge of basic electricity, as it relates to telecommunications (through classes or on-the-job training), which includes: knowledge related to the basic principles, theories, and applications of electricity (e.g., voltage, current, resistance, power, grounding, insulation, Ohm’s Law, AC/DC); knowledge of basic electrical components (e.g., conductors, insulators, switches, capacitors, inductors, transformers) and basic circuit design; and knowledge of the operation and application of common electrical components and common measurement instruments (e.g., multi-meters,).
Working knowledge of hand and power tools.
Ability to work well with others to achieve common goals and to foster a cooperative climate, as well as to work independently in the field with little supervision.
Ability to perform job activities outdoors in different weather conditions (e.g., extreme cold and/or heat, inclement weather).
When working aloft, employee’s weight and tools combined may not exceed the 280-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer.

Responsibilities

Connecting fiber optic jumpers and drops (AERIAL, BURIED AND PLENUM)
May require running of temporary fiber drop in a manner that does not pose a safety hazard to the public
Splicing of fiber drop connectors
Installation of ONT and power supplies
Installations may require running or reusing COAX or CAT5 wiring
Installations may require burying CAT5/COAX up to 50 ft.
Verification of service
Installation of Internet hubs and routers
Installations may require utilization of MOCA technology
Installations may require running or reusing CAT5 or COAX
Installations may include CAT5 buried drop up to 50ft.
Configuration of customer-owned computers
Educating customer about Internet access
Verification of service
Installations include running COAX cable to TV Boxes
Running CAT5E cable from routers to network interface modules
Taking DB loss readings at all splitter points and terminated ends
Initializing set up box for activation on fiber network
Programming of remote controls
Educating customer on video products and services