Outside Plant Technician

Job Description

Job Description

United Fiber in Excelsior Springs , MO is looking to hire a full-time Outside Plant Technician . Are you an exceptional problem-solver?

Would you like to work for a company that will value your contributions ? If so, please read on!

This position earns a competitive wage of $35.00 / hour. We provide fantastic benefits , including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability, employee assistance program, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

We also offer a 401(k) match and pension program after the first year of employment. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT UNITED FIBER

A subsidiary of United Electric Cooperative Inc, United Fiber is the premier fiber broadband provider in Northwest Missouri.

We provide TV, phone, and high-speed internet to over 35,000 subscribers and our mission statement is to "enhance the rural way of life through United".

Keeping our customers and communities connected is something we take pride in!

We have a team of skilled employees who consistently strive to provide a top-quality customer experience. United offers a great benefits package , plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement , and an uplifting work environment in which all of our employees can thrive!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN OUTSIDE PLANT TECHNICIAN

As an Outside Plant Technician, you will design, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain fiber to the home outside plant, including fiber optic cables, taps and associated equipment.

You will perform fusion fiber splicing, light testing, tap installation and / or replacements, installation, service and document data for our triple-play fiber, voice, and video services.

Because you are knowledgeable about field services and network operations, you are able to troubleshoot effectively and efficiently.

Maintaining our outside fiber plant is your top priority in order to minimize outages and provide reliable service to our customers.

You are proactive about anticipating current and potential needs of our system and you are motivated to develop your own skills, which you achieve by attending regular team meetings and training.

You feel great about helping our ISP company provide exceptional customer service for our customers!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A BROADBAND SERVICE TECHNICIAN

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 - 2 years of experience with OTDR operation, light testing, fiber troubleshooting, and / or fiber plant design.
• Have common knowledge of consumer computer equipment / router devices, telephone, TV and related home electronics.
• Working knowledge of hand and power tools a must
• Must be able to climb poles with hooks
• Thorough knowledge of first-aid and CPR
• Valid CDL Class A driver's license
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, or sit for prolonged periods of time as well as the ability to lift and carry over 75 pounds

Trade school training and / or certification and two or more years of experience with OTDR operation, light testing, fiber troubleshooting, and / or fiber plant design are preferred but not required.

Can you integrate business and industry knowledge into your job? Are you able to build working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect?

Do you flourish with both independent and collaborative work? If yes, you might just be perfect for this outside plant position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time position works Monday through Friday fr om 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m . This position includes a one-week mandatory "on-call" schedule as assigned.

Overtime and holiday shifts may be required. This position is required to work outside in inclement weather ay any time.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you!

All offers are contingent upon pre-employment screening results. Employment is contingent on the results of your criminal background check, education check, driving record check, pre-employment physical, previous employment verification and drug screening results.

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