Job Posting Title
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the maintenance and installation of new and existing fiber in an inside and outside plant environment. This position reports to the Fiber Manager.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain knowledge of all organizational policies and governmental laws
- Ensures all installation work is done according to quality standards
- Access the fiber optic splicer enclosure and splice the necessary fibers directly from ladder
- Prep, tray and splice fiber optic cable ranging from single fiber to 864 count, and perform ring cut when needed
- Install fiber optic cables, coaxial cables and CAT 5/6 cables. Identify and document all cables and boxes correctly.
- Perform testing and turn-ups of subscriber drops in both inside and outside plant environment
- Planning and acquiring supply needs
- Read, understand, and updated building drawings
- Running of phone and data cables, including fiber optic, audio, video, and security camera cabling
- Accurately OTDR test fiber (multimode and single mode) cables to required certification -
- Terminate, assemble and install 8-pin modular connectors and coaxial connectors
- Test, diagnose and correct copper and optical fiber problems
- Maintain and reference industry standards including ANSI,EIAITIA and local and Low Voltage Code
- Determine closet and equipment layouts and install closet hardware including backboards , connecting blocks, racks, patch panels and fiber enclosures
- Work safely at all times utilizing the necessary Personal Protection Equipment
- Perform administrative tasks including, but not limited to, documenting test results and as-built, maintaining log books, providing labor summary reports, etc.
- Ability to properly instruct other technicians on techniques, works, etc. ., as needed to keep project work flowing
- Possess a high level of independent judgment within established procedures
- Perform other duties as requested by supervisor
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Strong knowledge of fiber optic theory which includes fiber loss, connector types, and the different types of fibers
Full knowledge of operating fiber optic splicing equipment
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints and building plans, document daily records and reports, and hours worked
Demonstrated ability to use and care for fiber optic test equipment, ruby light, power meter, and OTDR and document test results accurately
Ability to complete designated amount of work in a specified time frame (e. g. , quality jobs per day), adjusting work assignments or schedules to meet changing work-related priorities or demands.
Ability to climb and work at elevations (e. g. , from ladders, poles, lift trucks) exceeding 18 feet
Ability to work in confined spaces (e. g. , attics, crawl spaces, utility holes)
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