Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant - Des Moines, IA

Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant - Des Moines, IA

Job Category: Construction

Requisition Number: NETWO
009982

• Full-Time
• On-site

Des Moines, IA - WH, 2040 Hull Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA

We have an immediate opening for a Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant in Des Moines, IA.

• Terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting, and testing all fiber optic cables within the systems fiber optic networks and related equipment to provide 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.
• Travel for training as needed.
• Work other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One to two years in the telecommunications industry or related experience.
• Some trade school training desired.
• Professional demeanor with customers and fellow associates.
• 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 with proper equipment up to 25 feet.
• Able to lift and carry loads of up to 75lbs including ladder.
• Ability to work with basic hand tools and other specialized equipment with training.
• Operate and maintain company vehicle/equipment safely, including DOT certified bucket truck and trailer.
• Perform on-call rotation duties after regular business hours as needed.
• Available to work overtime, holidays and weekends.
• Willingness to work as a team and independently.

• 80% of medical premiums paid by the company.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance.
• EAP (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 do not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.