Fiber Optic Technician - Long Haul/OPGW

Compensation

The base pay rate range for this position is $28.00 to $33.00 per hour. Shift differential pay is available for night work.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefit Package includes:

• Medical Plans, Co-Pay or HDHP with Health Savings Account
• Dental and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Employer Match, eligible after 90 days
• Flex Spending Account (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits – Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Position Summary

This position is responsible for fiber splicing; preparation, installation and repair of single fiber optic cable using fusion splicing equipment. Performs testing of fiber on large scale networks and requires travel. In this position you may be assigned to work in a local market, or travel to various states. Health and safety are a top priority for Comlink next to delivering quality products and services to our customers which means to keep you safe, you are also responsible for following all safety protocols, standards, and expectations.

Essential Functions

• Accurately read and interpret basic splicing documents, splicing engineer packets and network plan designs in preparation for each job
• Perform specialized splicing techniques applicable with OPGW work and complete testing as required
• Travel to assigned job location and perform required testing and closeout packages for entire length of assigned route
• At the job site, access panels through manholes and/or hand holes
• Identify type of fiber cable within fiber cases and determine fibers to be used
• Using a fusion splicer, splice fiber optic cable in a variety of elements, indoor and outdoor
• Repair fiber optic cable as required
• Document and maintain accurate splicing records and job site notes
• Responsible for complying with all safety standards
• Responsible for upkeep and maintaining company vehicle, inventory, and small tools
• Follow all administrative processes and procedures
• Perform testing processes using Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR)
• Learn and keep current with fiber optic design and splicing processes, tools, and techniques
• Protects and keeps company proprietary information confidential

Essential Requirements

• Technical degree in line work or fiber engineering or the equivalent in training and/or work experience
• Minimum of 2 years demonstrated splicing work experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of OPGW processes and procedures
• Experience knowledge using Fujikura fusion splicing equipment, and OTDR testing equipment
• Must possess strong problem solving, decision making, analytical skills and organizational skills
• Ability to read, write, understand, and follow written procedures
• Ability to work from an Aerial lift truck and/or ladder
• Ability to use light source and power meters
• Experience using Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of Fast Reporter software
• Experience with Google earth files