Fiber Splicer/Tech

Do you enjoy traveling to different job locations, having autonomy in your workday, and getting to work outdoors?

Patriot Broadband is excited to welcome a Fiber Technician to our talented team! We are a full-service broadband company providing engineering, construction, and operations services to the telecommunications industry. Operating across the United States, we continue to grow and develop our dedicated team of employees, helping them achieve their career goals.

Job Summary: A Fiber Technician supports the splicing, terminating, bonding, grounding, testing, and documentation process of all fiber cables within the fiber optic network. Our professionals operate bucket trucks, climb poles, and trench fiber cabling.Fiber Technician will have a strong understanding of service operations in the telecommunications industry and will use effective communication to foster a positive team culture and work around different personalities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use and understand the fiber optic color code
• Place both aerial and underground splice closures along with a variety of other closures common to the splicing and termination of fiber optic cables
• Read and follow engineers' instructions and specifications, maintain the scope of work on the project and adhere to safety procedures
• Understand and adhere to customer and company timelines
• Use fusion splicing machines (including a mass fusion splicing machine) and operate OTDR's and power meters
• Install, repair, and test, fiber optic cables using bucket trucks or by climbing poles or ladders, or entering tunnels, trenches, or confined spaces
• Proficient with hot cuts, maintenance window, CO/NOC communications with a tester/MSO technician
• Able to connect and rearrange cable facilities per splice documents
• Budget-minded behaviors to review and ensure profitability on new, ongoing, and completed projects
• Team player that coordinates and communicates activities with other employees, departments, and management
• Operates an aerial bucket truck
• Troubleshoot and utilize standard OSP tools to include OTDR's, light meters, and signal strength meters
• Will travel on a regular and daily basis to meet customer and business needs
• Understands and follows all industry standard safety requirements
• Take ownership of additional job duties and projects as assigned by the Patriot management team

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401k + Company Match
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Opportunities for Career Growth

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Able to distinguish the standard 12-color code system for fiber
• When business needs require must have the ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and off hours
• Fusion splicing documentation and certification
• Knowledge of fiber optic and coaxial cable types, make-ups, and manufacturer specifications
• Knowledge of cable testing procedures and test equipment
  
• Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure
• Able to read fiber schematics along with HFC maps and design prints
• High level of professionalism, including the ability to successfully navigate various personalities when working with customers, fellow employees, and the public

Experience:

• 3+ years of relevant job experience in a similar industry or job experience with similar essential duties is a plus
• Must hold a valid state driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to obtain a DOT medical card
• Able to successfully pass drug screening, physical and criminal background screening
• Education Level: High School/GED
• A technical degree or equivalent training is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of NESC, OSHA, and related state and local codes

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to work safely, strictly following safety guidelines working in the vicinity of power, working aloft, and working in confined spaces
• Ability to climb both stepped and non-stepped utility poles to access work areas (climbing with gaffs may be required)
• Physically able to stand and walk for an 8-hour shift
• Able to sit in a vehicle and drive to various locations for extended periods of time
• Physically able to push, pull, and lift up to 75 pounds or more
• Able to work in all temperatures, climates, and weather conditions
• Adequate visual acuity and color perception to accurately perform splicing and other job duties

Patriot Broadband is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)