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Fiber Technician

Team Fishel

Location: Roanoke, VA, 24020
Type: Non-Remote
Posted on: December 22, 2023
Job Description
Team Fishel, the Best Choice for Utility Construction and Network Installation, is hiring Fiber Technicians for our Telecom Team in Roanoke, VA.
This position is responsible for having the knowledge of cable installations of Voice, Data, Fiber Optics and Coax cables. Terminate and testing of copper and fiber optic cables.
The ideal candidate will have 2 + years experience in fusion splicing fiber optic cable, splice audit verifications, voice/data/fiber installation and termination experience and OTDR and power meter testing.
Duties
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Splice various types and s of fiber optic cable including single mode, multimode, stranded and ribbon.
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Analyzes and troubleshoots basic technical problems or issues
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Reviews, interprets and works with various maps, drawings and blueprints and testing documents.
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Performs daily tests, checks and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment.
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Performs optical continuity and conformance testing
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Makes splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial and building work locations.
Basic Job Qualifications
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Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency
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Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field and demonstrate the ability to supervise others.
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Working knowledge of using various fusion splicing and optical testing equipment including, Alcoa Fujikura, GN Net Test, EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo.
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Must have proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
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Must possess the knowledge to identify and understand the difference between CAT 3 and CAT 5; Riser; Fiber optic; PVC, riser rated and plenum cable; Plenum and PVC environments.
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Must know the universal communications color codes.
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Ability to work with others and work independently
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Ability to climb and work at elevations (e.g., from ladders, poles, lift trucks, etc.)
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Ability to work in confined spaces
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Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
Pay rate $18 - $23 / hour
Compensation and Hours
Salary Range: Not Available Benefits Provided: Not Available Other Benefits: Not Available
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