Fiber Technician

About the role

Location: Dallas, TX. Duration: Long Term.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair fiber optic cables and systems in outdoor settings, adhering to safety standards such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Operate heavy equipment including bucket trucks and other telecommunication infrastructure tools safely and efficiently.
• Use diagnostic tools and telecommunications testing equipment to verify network integrity and performance.
• Perform fiber splicing and cable termination with precision, ensuring minimal signal loss and optimal connectivity.
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and installation plans to execute complex cabling projects accurately.
• Conduct telecommunications testing, troubleshooting support, and network diagnostics for fiber optic networks, LANs (Local Area Networks), WANs (Wide Area Networks), and Ethernet systems.
• Maintain detailed records of installation activities, test results, and maintenance logs while following safety protocols such as the NESC.
• Support telecommunications outside plant operations by managing cable routing, trenching, and aerial deployments using hand tools and power tools.

Requirements

• Proven experience in field service roles within telecommunications or fiber optic systems installation.
• Hands-on experience operating heavy equipment like bucket trucks for outdoor work environments.

Skills

• Skilled in using diagnostic tools, telecommunication testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools for installation and troubleshooting tasks.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic cables, splicing techniques, network infrastructure components, and interpreting technical drawings.
• Familiarity with computer networking concepts including LAN, WAN, Ethernet, telephony systems, and IT infrastructure support.
• Demonstrated ability to perform telecommunications outside plant operations safely while adhering to industry standards such as the NESC.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on engineering troubleshooting support for fiber optic networks.
• Outdoor work experience in various weather conditions with a commitment to safety and quality standards in telecommunications projects.