Telecom Fiber Technician C

Role Overview

Observes and assists in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and modification of Pepco's fiber optic communications networks.

• Assists higher classified employees with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and modification of Pepco's fiber optic communications networks.
• Assists higher classified employees working with other departments and contractors engaged in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and modification of Pepco's fiber optic communications networks.
• Assists higher classified employees investigating reports of trouble on communications equipment in power plants, substations, vehicles or field locations. Inspects and locates malfunctioning components, makes necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Assists higher classified employees inspecting and calibrating various special Company electronic/communications test equipment such as OTDR, light meters and transmitters, fiber identifiers and other associated equipment used to maintain, upgrade and troubleshoot the fiber optic networks.
• Assists and performs special field, shop or laboratory tests as assigned.
• Assist higher classified employees making annual inspections of fiber optic network test and splice equipment to include OTDR, Fusion splice equipment and other test equipment.
• Attends training classes and studies technical manuals, drives Company vehicles and operates all Company radio and communications equipment.
• Assembles, loads, unloads, carries, places in position and distributes test equipment, tools and materials to higher classified employees, as needed. Operates test apparatus and related instruments as directed.
• Cleans, lubricates and maintains test equipment, tools and other shop stock. Maintain good housekeeping in work areas and ensures shop/field/truck stock supplies are kept at adequate levels.
• Sets up barricades and performs other related general housekeeping functions necessary to maintain safe work areas.
• Performs other directed assignments as required.

• Possess general knowledge of electric and electronic principles as related to Company communications and associated protective control systems.
• Ability to learn work methods and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to use various test equipment, instruments, hand tools, etc.
• Possess working knowledge of applicable Company safety regulations and general First-Aid methods.
• Possess a valid state issued motor vehicle operators permit.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Obtain valid FCC 2nd Class General Radio Operators License (GROL).
• Work requires continuous physical activity, sometimes of a strenuous nature. Some shift work and overtime required.
• Activity climbing ladders, pulling, or pushing and lifting up to 75 lbs., driving, sitting, squatting, bending, twisting, or kneeling, standing, walking.
• Works on energized equipment in dirty, noisy, dimly lit areas, ranging from very hot to very cold temperatures. Hands and arms used simultaneously accompanied by a high degree of manual dexterity. Possess good hearing and vision.

2 years' experience in telecommunications, electrical or related field or 2 years' trade school or higher education studies.

• Hourly rates will be paid in accordance with terms of the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience or collective bargaining agreement: $30.26/Hr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 4%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more