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About the Role

Advanced Electric Systems is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Apprentice Fiber Technicians. This role offers hands-on training and the chance to build a career in the fiber optic and electrical infrastructure industry, working on high-voltage transmission infrastructure with OPGW fiber.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with OPGW fiber optic installation, splicing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Work primarily with OPGW fiber associated with high-voltage transmission lines.
• Perform fusion and mechanical splicing of fiber optic cables under the direction of experienced technicians.
• Operate OTDRs, power meters, VFLs, and other fiber testing equipment.
• Read and understand fiber schematics, OPGW splicing diagrams, network maps, and construction drawings.
• Install and maintain OPGW splice enclosures, hardware, patch panels, and other fiber components.
• Perform fiber testing and document test results.
• Assist experienced technicians with troubleshooting and identifying fiber faults.
• Learn proper fiber preparation, splicing, testing, and documentation procedures.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, splice records, test results, and other project documentation.
• Work closely with Journeyman Fiber Technicians, project managers, engineers, and field crews.
• Follow all company safety practices and site-specific safety requirements.
• Learn and follow proper procedures when working around high-voltage transmission infrastructure.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Travel regularly to project locations throughout the region and/or across North America.
• Work extended and varying assignments based on project requirements.
• Stay overnight away from home as required by project location and schedule.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn the fiber optic trade and develop into a skilled Fiber Technician.
• No previous fiber experience required; fiber optic or OPGW experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to work with tools and equipment.
• Ability to learn and follow technical instructions and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly for work, including overnight and extended project assignments.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Ability to work safely around high-voltage transmission infrastructure.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Commitment to safety and following company procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous fiber optic, telecommunications, electrical, construction, or utility experience is preferred.
• Previous experience with OPGW fiber is preferred.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools is preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
• CDL or willingness to obtain one is preferred.
• Experience working outdoors or on construction crews is preferred.
• Familiarity with iPads, tablets, GIS tools, or digital job tracking platforms is preferred.

Skills

• Fiber splicing
• Fiber testing
• Fiber installation
• Fiber troubleshooting
• Fiber documentation
• Job-site safety
• OPGW fiber work
• Fusion splicing
• Mechanical splicing
• OTDR operation
• Power meter operation
• VFL operation
• Reading fiber schematics
• Reading OPGW splicing diagrams
• Reading network maps
• Reading construction drawings
• OPGW splice enclosure installation
• OPGW hardware installation
• Patch panel installation
• Fiber fault identification
• Working around high-voltage transmission infrastructure
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Tool and equipment operation
• Technical instruction following
• Quality workmanship
• Driving
• Outdoor work
• Working at heights
• Working in confined spaces
• iPad usage
• Tablet usage
• GIS tool usage
• Digital job tracking platform usage

Location

• Heber City, Utah
• Austin, Texas

Work Type

• Traveling position
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Apprentice
• Entry-level

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Travel per diem
• Lodging provided when eligible and working out of town
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• On-the-job training
• Hands-on development
• Ongoing safety training
• Ongoing technical training
• Opportunities for career advancement

About the Company

• Advanced Electric Systems (AES) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), the largest utility contractor in North America.
• AES is an electrical testing, maintenance, and repair company specializing in high-voltage substations.
• AES has completed projects across North America.
• AES is a Quanta Services company, providing immense operational bandwidth and employing highly skilled individuals.
• AES is proud to be a Quanta Services company, offering unmatched resources, stability, training, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Equal Opportunity

• AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
• We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities.
• For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.