Technician - OSP

OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP) TECHNICIAN

As an OSP Technician at National Technologies (NTI), you will support the installation, termination, splicing, and testing of fiber optic cabling in outside plant environments. You will maintain safe working conditions in confined spaces and on rights‑of‑way, following best practices for cable routing, diversity, dressing standards, and enclosure handling.

• Arrives on time and prepared to work on a daily basis with required tools and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• Demonstrates an understanding of productivity and readily adapts to team suggestions to maximize accomplishments under time restrictions
• Comfortable working around other trades and helping to create a work environment that is mutually productive
• Respect for and compliance with all safety and security protocols related to industry and site‑specific access in campus and data center environments
• Takes the initiative to keep work sites clean and organized throughout the workday
• Reading comprehension and adherence to written scopes of work and supporting documentation including engineered drawings, butterflies and a Bill of Material (BOM)
• Team player that coordinates and communicates activities with other employees, departments, and management

• Proficiency with basic hand tools including snips, socket sets, screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, strippers and crimpers
• Knowledge of cable installation practices including dressing, lacing, structured cabling implementation and simple network design including redundancy concepts
• Knowledge to operate scissor lifts, cable tuggers, bucket trucks and/or other simple machinery used in OSP installations
• Competency with technical devices and related software or applications to operate laptops, tablets and/or cell phones necessary to support work and communication in the field
• Knowledge of fiber optic and copper cable designs, types and related manufacturer specifications that optimize installation as well as prevent damage of said cables during installation
• Understanding of basic termination methods for fiber optic cabling including mechanical splices, fusion splicing and related best practices for handling and cleaning various connectors
• Proficiency with basic labeling equipment, labeling best practices and organizational methods to ensure efficient completion and turnover per customer specifications
• Knowledge of various manufacturers and installation practices related to cabling conveyance including conduit, ladder rack, basket tray, fiber guide and innerduct
• Proficiency with common troubleshooting methods, cable testing processes and testing equipment, and validation documentation
• Competency with measuring tools including lasers and precision with following direction and implementing instructions
• Good work ethic and a willingness to learn
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and make good, sound decisions based on information given
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; lift 75 lbs.; work in all weather conditions

• Education Level: High School/GED
• Experience:
  
  1-5 years of relevant job experience
• Relevant job experience is described as job experience in similar industry or job experience with similar essential duties
• Field of Study:
  Electronics, Telecommunications, Construction or Project Management

NTI provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and retirement savings options. For Union employees, pay rates and benefit levels are determined by union classifications which are set by the union.

National Technologies (NTI) believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.