Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant - Ames, IA

Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant - Ames, IA

Job Category
:
Construction

Requisition Number
: NETWO
009891

• Posted :
  May 13, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Ames, IA - WH
Ames, IA | Ames, IA
st St
Ames, IA 50010, USA

Immediate opening for a Network Fiber Technician in Ames, IA.

As a Network Fiber Technician you will be responsible for the terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting, and testing of fiber optic cables within the systems fiber optic networks and related equipment with the goal of maximum operating efficiency.

• Perform setup, testing, and maintenance required for Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) installation of POTS, DSL, and Networking services.
• Install and maintain CPE Local Area Networks (LAN) and WiFi networks.
• Install and maintain network interface devices (NID) and Optical Network Terminals (ONT).
• Perform skilled troubleshooting from the Main Distribution Frame (MDF) to the demarcation point including CPE.
• Respond to trouble tickets within acceptable company timeframe standards.
• Install Outside Plant (OSP) facilities according to engineered work orders or service orders.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and major repairs to distribution systems.
• Perform cable/fiber testing and splicing.
• Locate fiber optic cabling.
• Record and report all record changes immediately.
• Complete inventory replenish requests as needed.
• Ability to work other duties as assigned
• Available to travel for training as needed.
• Perform on-call rotation duties after regular business hours as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One to two years in the telecommunications industry or related experience.
• Some trade school training is desired.
• Professional demeanor with customers and colleagues.
• Meet key performance metrics.
• Physical ability to work in various conditions, including adverse weather.
• Physical ability to work from a kneeling or standing position for long periods.
• Physical ability to climb ladders up to 25 feet with proper equipment.
• Able to lift and carry loads up to 75 lbs including ladder.
• Ability to work with basic hand tools and other specialized equipment with training.
• Operate and maintain company vehicle/equipment safely, including a DOT certified bucket truck and trailer.
• Available to work overtime when necessary, may include holidays and weekends.
• Willingness to work as a team and independently.

• 80% of medical premiums paid for by the company.
• Company-paid Disability and Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) company match dollar for dollar up to 6%.
• Equipment and resources provided on day one.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Associate perks and discounts.
• Discounted Metro Net service in serviceable area.

• Paid training at Metro Net University.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• DOT Certification.
• OSHA Certification.
• On-Call Pay.

Metronet is an equal-opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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