Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant - Omaha, NE
Listed on 2026-07-10
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician, Maintenance Worker
Network Fiber Technician
- Outside Plant
- Omaha, NE
Job Category: Construction
Requisition Number: NETWO
010047
- Posted :
July 6, 2026 - Full-Time
- On-site
Omaha WHS, Omaha, NE 68127, USA
OverviewWe have an immediate opening for a Network Fiber Technician - Outside Plant in Omaha, NE. As a Network Fiber Technician you will be responsible for terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting, and testing all fiber optic cables and related equipment to maximize operating efficiency. The role involves outdoor responsibilities and exposure to seasonal weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities- Perform all 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 troubleshooting from the main distribution frame (MDF) to the demarcation point, including CPE
- Respond to trouble tickets within acceptable company time‑frame 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 and fiber testing and splicing
- Locate fiber optic cabling
- Record and report all changes immediately
- Complete inventory replenishment requests as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Available to travel for training as needed
- Available to work overtime and on‑call rotation duties after regular business hours as required
- High school diploma or GED
- One to two years of experience in the telecommunications industry or related field
- Some trade‑school training is desired
- Ability to be professional with customers and fellow associates
- Meet key performance metrics
- Physical ability to work in various conditions, including adverse weather, kneeling or standing for long periods, climbing ladders up to 25 feet, and lifting loads up to 75 pounds
- Ability to use basic hand tools and specialized equipment with training
- Operate and maintain company vehicle or equipment safely, including DOT‑certified bucket truck and trailer
- Willingness to work as a team and independently
- Availability to work overtime, holidays and weekends as needed
- 80 percent of medical premiums paid by the company
- Company‑paid disability and life insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match dollar‑for‑dollar up to 6 percent
- Equipment and resources provided on day one
- Opportunities for advancement
- Associate perks and discounts
- Discounted Metro Net service in our 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 will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
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