This position performs construction, repair, and maintenance of the OSP FTTH communications system, as well as analyzing reports and troubleshooting system Equipment from the OCD Cabinets. The Fiber Optic Technician will use test equipment such as Optical Light Meters, OTDR, VFL, and calibrate fiber optic equipment, connections, and optical transport equipment.

Requirements:

• Perform OTDR testing and troubleshooting of fiber network and equipment
• Monitor, repair and record system light levels
• Troubleshoot, repair and replace components from ODC cabinet to MST, and on the OSP network independently
• Installs fiber optic lines, light losses and other interference
• Performs network troubleshooting including ping test, trace routes and speed test

Qualifications:

• Able to perform advanced fiber testing and troubleshooting
• High school diploma or equivalent
• One to two years of experience in the fiber & communication industry
• OSP overhead and bucket truck experience is preferred
• Basic computer skills are preferred, including internet and email. Microsoft efficiency is preferred.

Lit Fiber Equal Opportunity Program Policy

The employees of Lit Fiber represent a talented and diverse workforce. Achieving the full potential of this diversity is a business priority that is fundamental to our competitive success. A key element in our workforce diversity programs is Lit Fiber' commitment to equal opportunity.

Business activities such as hiring, promotion, and compensation of employees, are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, situation or age. These business activities and the design and administration of Lit's benefit plans comply with all applicable laws, including those dealing with equal opportunity. For qualified people with disabilities, Lit Fiber makes workplace accommodations that comply with laws applicable to the company, and which Lit Fiber determines are reasonable and needed for effective job performance. In respecting and valuing the diversity among our employees, and all those with whom we do business, managers are expected to ensure a working environment that is free of all forms of harassment.

This policy is based on sound business judgment and anchored in our Lit Fiber values. Every manager at Lit Fiber is expected to abide by our policy, and all applicable laws on this subject, and to uphold our commitment to workforce diversity.