Technician Fiber II - Shentel

Company:

Shentel

Location:

Oakland, US-MD 21550

Req Number:

3348

Job Ad Opened:

10/23/2024

Job Ad Expires:

11/22/2024

Description:

Technician Fiber II

Oakland, MD 21550, USA Pineville, WV 24874, USA Summersville, WV 26651, USA Weston, WV 26452, USA Req #3348 Monday, October 21, 2024 Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) provides broadband services through its high speed, state-of-the-art fiber optic and cable networks to customers in the Mid-Atlantic United States

The Company's services include: broadband internet, video, and voice; fiber optic Ethernet, wavelength and leasing; and tower colocation leasing

The Company owns an extensive regional network with over 8,300 route miles of fiber and 220 macro cellular towers

For more information, please visit www.shentel.com

Job Summary: The Fiber Technician II is responsible for installation, troubleshooting, terminating, splicing, and testing of fiber optic cables in order to provide quality service for customers, using specialized tools and test equipment

Responsibilities include maintaining daily contact with dispatch regarding service problems, assignments concerning splicing notes, and field information

Maintain daily contact with Network/Maintenance Technicians and Construction Department

The Fiber Technician II assists and collaborates with the Supervisor, Fiber Splicing with scheduling fiber splicing projects, tracking compliance to schedule, and coordinating fiber maintenance activity with the NOC and/or the end user

Qualification Requirements: a

Education: AS degree in a relevant engineering or technology field is desired

Other candidates with a strong technical background and substantial industry or military experience will be considered

b

Experience Level: i

5 or more years of experience in the telecommunications industry ii

3 or more years of experience with fiber construction and installation c

Special Requirements: i

Work aloft up to 50' in a bucket truck, ladder, or climb utility poles ii

Work in confined spaces (manholes, vaults, etc.) iii

Distinguish between different colors iv

Able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather v

Ability to work independently and deal tactfully and effectively with the public and staff vi

Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds vii

Valid driver's license d

Skill Requirements: i

Demonstrated strong problem solving skills ii

Excellent written and verbal communication skills iii

Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously Shentel provides a drug-free workplace and is an EEO employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status

If you require accommodation or assistance to complete the online application process, due to a medical condition or impairment, please contact a HR Representative at 540-984-5241 or

employment@emp.shentel.com

When you contact a HR Representative please identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting

We will assist you promptly

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employment@emp.shentel.com

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Other details

- Job Family Engineering and Operations - Job Function Incumbent Cable - Pay Type Hourly - Required Education High School Apply Now - Oakland, MD 21550, USA - Pineville, WV 24874, USA - Summersville, WV 26651, USA - Weston, WV 26452, USA

Skills:

Benefits:

Onet Code:

Business and Financial Operations

Classification:

PERMANENT

Time requirements:

FULLTIME

Compensation:

Not Specified

Salary Range

Not Specified - Not Specified

Travel:

0.00%

Telecommute:

0.00%

education:

EQUIVALENTEX ERIENCE