Fiber Optic Technician

Description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring

Summary:

The fiber optic technician will perform a variety of tasks to support fiber optic installations, such as cable management, troubleshooting, fusion splicing, and testing and is capable of reading and understanding communications designs and matrices.

Requirements:

- Testing & Troubleshooting Fiber Optic Networks

- Cable Routing and Management

- Cable Termination

- Power Meter Testing

- Network Documentation

- Visual Fault Locator

- Splicing Fiber Optic Cables

- Fiber Optic Cable Installation

- OTDR Testing

- Fusion Splicing

- Knowledge of reading and understanding communication diagrams

- Knowledge of OPGW cable splicing and enclosure build-outs

- Problem solving, communication, analytical skills, attention to detail, physical stamina

Qualifications:

- High School Diploma/GED required.

- Valid Driver’s License required.

- 6 months – 1 year of related experience required.

- Fiber Optics Training program preferred.

- Strong understanding of fiber optics theory and applications required.

- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment required.

Anticipated base salary range: $32.00 - $40.00

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Per Diem of $100.00 daily to cover lodging, meals and travel during rotation.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

- Medical, Dental and Vision

- Health Savings Account with employer contribution

- Flexible Spending Accounts

- Basic Life and Voluntary Life

- Short Term Disability

- Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness

- 401 (k) plan with 6% company match

- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

- Paid Parental Leave

- Employee Referral Bonus and Wellness programs

- Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasionally: Carrying (16-30lbs), climbing, crouching, grasping, gripping, handling, kneeling, pinching, pulling (16-30lbs), pushing (16-30lbs), lifting (16-30lbs), reaching, and stooping is required. Frequently: Standing and walking is required. Constantly: Reading, vision, repetitive motions, and sitting is required.

Exposed to occasional extreme cold, extreme heat, humidity, wet, noise, hazards and vibration in the working environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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