Fiber Technician Level 3- Fort Worth, TX

Fiber Technician Level 3

Great opportunity to join an amazing team!

$28.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Are you ready to embark on a new adventure? Alamon, Inc. is a Montana-based Employee-owned company providing installation services to the utilities, energy, and communications industries since 1975. We offer installation solutions to industry-leading equipment manufacturers, communications companies, utilities, and energy EPCs, nationwide. Alamon provides a competitive compensation and benefits package while encouraging career growth and promotion opportunities from within the entire organization.

Alamon Inc is seeking an experienced Fiber Technician to become an integral part of our team! Primary responsibilities will include splicing and testing fiber spans both ISP and OSP under the guidance of the field supervisor. The candidate will be responsible for cleaning and inspecting fiber. The candidate will need to be able to identify out-of-spec splice points and re-splice them should the customer ask.

The candidate will provide the supervisor with timely updates and relay any information.

• Run the following Fiber Characterization tests:
  Optical Time Domain Reflectometry (OTDR).
• Chromatic Dispersion (CD).
• Polarization Mode Dispersion (PMD).
• Optical Return and Power Loss (using OLTS).
• Identify out-of-spec splice points and jumpers.
• Work with customer should they want them fixed and re-spliced.
• Scope and clean fibers to ensure they are clean.

• Loose Tube.
• Ribbon.
• Both ISP and OSP.
• Run fiber jumpers between panels.
• Keep accurate detailed notes.
• Document Fiber Panels.
• Meet or exceed customer and internal documented acceptable levels of quality.
• Work with supervisor for scheduling and updates.
• Self-supervise all operations to ensure that all tasks are completed in accordance with customer and industry specifications.
• Field train and control/oversee the work of other technicians when necessary.
• Complete daily production reports, keep track of work hours.
• Frequently work independently.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Must be willing to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as required. This job requires 95% traveling position.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to drive a company vehicle.
• Possess a current/valid driver’s license and a clean driving record with no DUI/DWIs within the past 5 years.
• Applicants are required to pass company drug testing, submit to a background check, and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.
• Experience with OTDR and Fusion Splice Machine.
• Self-motivated.
• High-quality workmanship oriented.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends, if necessary.

• Must be able to lift 50lbs or more.
• Must be able to traverse and work in all areas of the job site. This may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.

• Work environment is in both an indoor and outdoor environment, depending on the job site.
• May be subject to noise levels which may range from low volume to loud.
• Exposure to dust, odors, gasses, vapors, varying noise levels, and wet or slick surfaces may be possible.
• Where appropriate, wears personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with Company standards and governmental regulations.
• This position may require working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions and terrain; may work for long periods in hot, cold, wet, windy, or icy conditions.
• Must be willing to travel.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance policy
• Pharmacy Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation time
• Expanded wellness and virtual care services
• ESOP company= Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Lodging and transportation are provided while traveling

Alamon does not currently support the H1B VISA for this position.

Alamon Inc is an equal-opportunity employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Alamon Inc does not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries:
Telecommunications