Construction & Maintenance Technician (Fiber Optic Splicing)

Construction & Maintenance Technician (Fiber Optic Splicing)

Deliver an exceptional experience. Make a real impact. Grow with us.At Greenlight Networks, we're not just building a network-we're building stronger, more connected communities. Founded in 2011, Greenlight Networks designs, builds, and operates a high-speed fiber-optic network delivering internet speeds up to 8 Gigabits per second to homes and small businesses. Today, we serve more than 225,000 homes and nearly 10,000 businesses across New York, with continued expansion into Pennsylvania and Baltimore.Our mission is to connect our communities by delivering the best internet experience and providing our customers the freedom to work, play, and live without limits!

Category: Construction

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Location: Baltimore, MD

Description: Do you enjoy working outdoors, solving technical problems, and seeing the direct impact of your work? Are you looking for a careernot just a jobin a growing industry?Greenlight Networks is looking for a Construction & Maintenance Technician to join our team and play a hands-on role in building, maintaining, and improving the fiber network that thousands of customers rely on every day.In this role, you'll be part of the team responsible for expanding our fiber footprint, splicing and testing fiber, troubleshooting network issues, and restoring service when problems arise. No two days are exactly the sameone day you may be supporting a network expansion project, and the next you'll be tracking down a service disruption and helping get customers back online.If you enjoy working in the field, learning new technical skills, and being part of a team that's making a real difference in the communities we serve, we'd love to talk with you.

What you'll be doing:

• Maintenance & repair of related fiber optic equipment and fiber optic lines in various environments within Greenlight Networks fiber footprint.
• Perform splicing on network expansion projects, as well as assist with troubleshooting and repair.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot disruptions in network performance, (low lights), locating and repairing faulty components to restore networks functionality.
• Audit and testing of various customer facing enclosures.
• Work in a team environment to maintain and improve Greenlights network fiber footprint.
• Work cross functionally with other Greenlight teams to resolve escalated network issues quickly with as minimal downtime possible.
• Work to resolve technical issues in an outdoor environment in any type of weather.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of splice documents and maps preferred.
• Basic understanding of fusion machine and testing equipment.
• Can set up and or have basic understanding on how to safely run ADSS Fiber 12F-48F.
• Conceptual knowledge of how to or can complete a simple pole transfer.
• Self-efficient in daily tasks, ability to be on time and work independently.
• Ability to safely work from heights, up to 50' in bucket truck or ladder.
• Basic Trouble shooting abilities.
• Basic Knowledge of mapping software.
• Ability to travel out of town to assist in other markets on a consistent basis.
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment to resolve problems and work towards achieving team goals.
• Able to participate in on-call rotation schedule for emergency repairs.
• Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules as needed.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Interest and ability in building a career in the fiber industry, willingness to learn and strive towards excellence in the craft.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum high school degree or equivalent, post high school coursework preferred in related field.
• Previous exposure to electrical, fiber and or cable related skilled craft work preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to maintain insurability under company auto insurance guidelines.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand/or sit for long periods of time.

Compensation: Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly rate for this position is $25.00 - $39.00. The actual salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at

EOE Statement: Greenlight Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Greenlight Networks is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation. All employment decisions are based on legitimate business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications and performance, without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Greenlight Networks provides reasonable accommodations as required by law and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation.