Fiber Optic Technician (Cat 5 Cat 6)

Job Description

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• Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable including single mode, multi-mode, 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
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• Qualifications
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• Must hold at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency
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• 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
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