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Fiber Installation Technician at AFL Telecommunications

Fiber Installation Technician

AFL Telecommunications · Austin, TX, US

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Fiber Installation Technician

AFL Telecommunications · Austin, TX, US

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About the Role

Fiber Installation Technicians are responsible for the installation and customer experience of new Broadband integrated digital TV, high-speed Internet, and voice services. This role involves working both inside and outside the home.

Responsibilities

  • Connecting fiber optic jumpers and drops (aerial, buried, and plenum)
  • Running temporary fiber drops safely
  • Splicing of fiber drop connectors
  • Installing ONT and power supplies
  • Running or reusing COAX or CAT5 wiring
  • Burying CAT5/COAX up to 50 ft.
  • Verifying service
  • Installing Internet hubs and routers
  • Utilizing MOCA technology
  • Configuring customer-owned computers
  • Educating customers about Internet access
  • Installing COAX cable to TV Boxes
  • Running CAT5E cable from routers to network interface modules
  • Taking DB loss readings at all splitter points and terminated ends
  • Initializing set-up boxes for activation on fiber network
  • Programming remote controls
  • Educating customers on video products and services

Requirements

  • Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record
  • Meet safety restriction weight limit of 275 lbs
  • Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including potential overtime and weekends/holidays
  • Pass a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol screen
  • Ability to visually perceive differences in wire and cable colors
  • Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training
  • Ability to be “on call” and “on standby”
  • When working aloft, employee’s weight and tools combined may not exceed the 280-pound weight limit

Skills

  • Knowledge of computer operating systems (MS 98SE, 2000, XP and above)
  • Experience cabling various electronic components (modems, routers, TVs, stereo systems, home entertainment systems)
  • Experience working with CAT 5 and COAX wiring
  • Efficient, quality customer service (face-to-face and over-the-phone)
  • Recognizing and identifying sales opportunities
  • Knowledge of basic electricity as it relates to telecommunications
  • Working knowledge of hand and power tools
  • Ability to work well with others and independently
  • Ability to perform job activities outdoors in different weather conditions
  • Standing, talking, hearing
  • Using hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls
  • Reaching with hands and arms
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Climbing
  • Balancing
  • Standing
  • Stooping
  • Kneeling
  • Driving
  • Reaching
  • Smelling
  • Skill in operation of tools and equipment
  • Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods
  • Pushing, pulling, lifting up to 100 pounds
  • Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus

Work Type

  • Inside and outside the home

Salary/Compensations

  • $21/hr, plus bonus based on performance

Benefits

  • Vehicle
  • Gas
  • Cell Phone
  • Tablet
  • Uniform

About the Company

  • ITC Service Group (“ITC”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity

  • We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.