Fiber installation Technician; Installation and Repair

Fiber installation Technician (Installation and Repair)

Requisition Number: FIBER
008922

• Full-Time

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ITC Service Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of AFL. Founded in 1999 and provides managed services and workforce solutions for the nationwide planning design, construction, installation and maintenance of voice, data, and video networks. AFL and ITC were built and are operated on similar core values and philosophies. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers.

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Fiber Installation Technician (Cable Installer) works both inside and outside the home and is responsible for the installation and customer experience of the new Broadband integrated digital TV, high speed Internet and voice services.

Vehicle, Gas, Cell Phone, Tablet, Uniform

Starting pay is $22.00/hr

• Connecting fiber optic jumpers and drops (AERIAL, BURIED AND PLENUM)
• Running temporary fiber drop in a manner that does not pose a safety hazard to the public
• Splicing of fiber drop connectors
• Installation of ONT and power supplies
• Running or reusing COAX or CAT5 wiring
• Burying CAT5/COAX up to 50 ft.
• Verification of service
• Installation of Internet hubs and routers
• Utilization of MOCA technology
• Running or reusing CAT5 or COAX
• Installing CAT5 buried drop up to 50 ft.
• Configuration of customer‑owned computers
• Educating customer about Internet access
• Verification of service

• Running COAX cable to TV Boxes
• Running CAT5E cable from routers to network interface modules
• Taking DB loss readings at all splitter points and terminated ends
• Initializing set up box for activation on fiber network
• Programming of remote controls
• Educating customer on video products and services

• Valid state driver’s license and non‑negligent driving record.
• Meet safety restriction weight limit of 275 lbs.
• Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to work flexible hours with workdays potentially exceeding normal hours and some weekend and holiday work may be required.
• Must pass a pre‑employment background check and drug/alcohol screen.
• Ability to visually perceive differences in wire and cable colors.
• Ability to complete on‑the‑job and/or classroom training in order to remain competitive in the telecommunications field.
• Ability to be on call and on standby in relation to the workload.

• Demonstrate knowledge of computer operating systems (e.g., MS 98SE, 2000, XP and above).
• Experience cabling various electronic components (e.g., modems, routers, TVs, stereo systems and home entertainment systems).
• Experience working with CAT 5 and COAX wiring.
• Provide efficient, quality customer service to both internal and external customers face‑to‑face and over the phone.
• Recognize and identify sales opportunities that meet the needs of customers and the company including promoting and closing sales of products and services.
• Knowledge of basic electricity as it relates to telecommunications (e.g., voltage, current, resistance, power, grounding, insulation, Ohm’s Law, AC/DC) and basic electrical components and circuits.
• Working knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Work well with others to achieve common goals and foster a cooperative climate, as well as work independently in the field with little supervision.
• Perform job activities outdoors in different weather conditions (extreme cold and/or heat, inclement weather).
• When working aloft, employee’s weight and tools combined may not exceed the 280-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer.

• Standing, talking, hearing, using hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to walk (10%), sit (5%), climb (10%), balance (5%), stand (15%), stoop (5%), kneel (5%), drive (20%), reach (10%), and smell (5%).
• Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment; ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
• Frequently push, pull, lift (10%) and/or…