Metronet has an immediate opening for a Network Fiber Technician in Jacksonville, NC!
At Metronet, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. This is seen in the way we serve our customers, interact with each other, and take care of our company. As one of the fastest growing 100% Fiber-Optic technology companies, we pride ourselves on having an outstanding company culture and work environment. We value work-life harmony and your ability to manage your workload.
We’re looking for motivated, self-starters to join our team and help us build upon our culture!
Why Metronet?
We believe that work/life harmony should be easy to achieve. We offer a variety of resources and support needed to bring your full self to work and stay present and committed to the people who matter most - your family.
Total Rewards:
80% of Medical premiums paid for by the company
Company-paid Disability and Life insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
401(k) company match dollar for dollar up to 6%
Equipment and resources provided on day one
Opportunities for advancement
Professional development programs
Associate perks and discounts
Discounted MetroNet service in our serviceable area
And more!
Job specific perks:
Paid training at MetroNet University
Company-paid logo attire/uniform
Company vehicle and fuel card
Cell phone allowance
DOT Certification
OSHA Certification
On-Call Pay
Job Summary:
The purpose of the Network Fiber Technician is to be responsible for the terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting, and testing of all fiber optic cables within the systems fiber optic networks and their related equipment with the end goal of providing maximum operating efficiency.
What you will be doing:
Perform all setup, testing and maintenance required for Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) installation of Plain Old Telephone Service (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 skilled troubleshooting from the Main Distribution Frame (MDF) to the demarcation point including CPE
Respond to trouble tickets within acceptable company timeframe 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/fiber testing and splicing
Locate fiber optic cabling
Record and report all record changes immediately
Complete inventory replenish requests as needed
Ability to be professional with customers and fellow associates
Meet key performance metrics
Physical ability to work in various conditions including, but not limited to adverse weather conditions
Physical ability to work from a kneeling or standing position for long periods of time
Physical ability to climb ladders with proper equipment up to 25 feet
Able to lift and carry loads of up to 75lbs including ladder
Ability to work with basic hand tools and other specialized equipment with training
Operate and maintain company vehicle/equipment safely and professionally including a Department of Transportation (DOT) certified bucket truck and trailer
Perform on-call rotation duties after regular business hours as needed
Available to work overtime when deemed necessary, may include holidays and weekends
Available to travel for training as needed
Ability to work other duties as assigned
What You Need For This Position:
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Strong work ethic
Willingness to work with a team
Ability to work independent from direct supervision
One to two years in the telecommunications industry or related experience
Some trade school training is desired
Find out what it means to love your career and apply now!
MetroNet is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
- EO1
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Telecommunications
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