Fiber Technician I
Company: SPECTRUM
Location: Kennewick
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
Under close supervision, repair, maintain, test, proof or adjust
as needed all fiber optic cables and related equipment in
coordination with the Construction Team. Ensure maximum quality and
peak performance and reliability of all fiber optic equipment.
Respond to fiber damage events, perform splicing repairs of fiber
optic cables, and report all information concerning damages. MAJOR
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Actively and consistently support all
efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience. Conduct
fiber splicing, testing, and activation on small/medium
construction projects such as SMB fiber lateral builds and node
splits. Coordinate fiber maintenance related activities for nodes
and hospitality and MDU customers. Repair any problems affecting
fiber or fiber related equipment. Assure proper alignment of the
optical path and RF levels between the Hub and the Node (forward
and return setup) including but not limited to transmitters,
receivers, monitoring equipment, Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
(QAMs), and Cable Modem Termination Systems (CMTS). Measure and
record performance characteristics of outside plant with electronic
equipment such as OTDR, Fusion Splicers and other related
equipment. Perform and/or coordinate with other functions including
Field Operations and Maintenance all testing of fiber network.
Build in the appropriate location all mandatory tracking documents
for fibers/circuits and activate new nodes as required by new build
construction or through segmentation work. Operate highly
specialized test and fiber optic splicing equipment. Provide onsite
repair, installation, and servicing of optic hardware up to the
fiber optic patch panel with the ability to identify and resolves
performance problems onsite. Perform investigation and repair of
cut fiber optic cables or impairments, reporting all information
concerning damages to supervisor. Splice fiber optic cables and
splice cases with a thorough knowledge of standards, materials and
techniques utilizing single and mass fusion splicing equipment.
Complete and report all splicing and testing documentation to the
local design team. Complete certification testing of fiber optic
links. Communicate with Project Manager, Construction Coordinator,
or designated supervisor regarding concerns about construction
progress. Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal
regulations, as applicable. Know, understand and follow company
policies. Perform other duties as requested by supervisor. REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS Skills/Abilities and Knowledge Ability to read,
write and speak the English language to communicate with employees,
customers, and suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written
communications in a clear, straight-forward, and professional
manner Knowledge of traditional fiber architectures Fiber Plant
Maintenance Ability to use the following hand tools: electric
drills, hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers Ability to walk over all
types of terrain in all kinds of weather while carrying tools and
equipment, including gaffs, ladders, and fully loaded tool belts
Ability to safely use weight-bearing equipment (such as gaffs,
safety harness and ladders) within the maximum weight limitations
of that equipment Ability to accurately measure distances, using
tapes or other measuring devices Ability to carry, climb and
operate extension ladder (approx. 32 ft. high and 90 pounds)
Ability to climb poles using gaffs, hooks and climbing belt as
needed Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors
of wires Ability to make cable connections in tight spaces by
bending, reaching, twisting Ability to read general system layouts
from blueprints Ability to operate appropriate computer or test
equipment associated with position (e.g. signal level meters, ohm
meters, etc.) Ability to perform job from high places (i.e. poles
and roofs) Ability to work while standing 50-70% of the time
Ability to work with small components and wires to make cable
connections Ability to dig in all types of soil Ability to drive
Company vehicle in a safe and responsible manner Ability to operate
machinery used for underground/overhead cable installation Ability
to prioritize and organize effectively Ability to work
independently Ability to use personal computer, mobile device and
software applications Basic knowledge of traditional fiber
architectures Basic knowledge of Coarse and Dense Wavelength
Division Multiplexing (CWDM/DWDM) Knowledge of fiber optic systems,
RF plant, and test equipment Knowledge of company products and
services Knowledge of National Electric Code and National
Electrical Safety Code Education High School Diploma or equivalent
work experience Associates degree in electronics or related field
preferred Industry and vendor specific certifications and training
(NCTI, SCTE, and BCT/E) preferred Coursework completion: NCTI ---
Fiber Installation and Activation and Fiber Testing and Maintenance
and/or SCTE Maintenance Technology Level 2, Networking Testing and
Maintenance Level 2 and Optical Fiber Construction Related Work
Experience Number of Years Maintenance Tech or equivalent work
experience 1 Certifications and/or Licenses Valid driver's license
with satisfactory driving record within company required standards
WORKING CONDITIONS Office and field environment Work indoors in
confined space, poorly ventilated areas such as attics, basements,
crawlspaces and/or manholes Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects,
rodents, pets, and cleaning solutions Work outdoors in all kinds of
weather and at all times of the day or night Work performed near
power lines and electricity Work performed at various heights above
ground on telephone/power poles Work in commercial or factory type
environments Work and travel in inclement weather May be required
to work an on-call rotation as the business needs dictate
Occasionally required to work overtime as the business needs
dictate Ability to work weekends or a second shift as the business
needs dictate EOE Charter Communications is an Equal Opportunity
Employer - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability EFR109 313732
313732BR
Keywords: SPECTRUM, Kennewick , Fiber Technician I, IT / Software / Systems , Kennewick, Washington
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