What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiber Installation Technician position at MasTec?
Fiber Installation Technician
Responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and disconnecting fiber optic, cable, internet, telephone, and video services. This field-based role supports FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home) deployments and may also involve working with both fiber and coaxial networks while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities- Install, splice, terminate, and test fiber optic cables and connections.
- Troubleshoot network issues and perform repairs to restore service.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on fiber and coaxial infrastructure.
- Document installations, repairs, inventory, and network configurations.
- Provide excellent customer service and technical support.
- Follow all company and regulatory safety procedures.
- Collaborate with internal teams on network expansion and technical projects.
- High School Diploma or GED (Fiber Optic certification is a plus).
- Experience with fiber optic installation and FTTH deployments.
- Knowledge of fiber splicing, termination, and FTTH equipment.
- Basic understanding of IP networking.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, at heights, and on ladders/poles.
- Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
- Daily field work at customer locations.
- Frequent lifting, climbing ladders, working on poles and rooftops.
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- Availability for overtime, weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
- Pay: $23 per hour.
- Paid training.
- Company vehicle, tools, uniform, and gas card.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Career growth opportunities into supervisory and management roles.
Ideal Candidate: A hands-on Fiber Technician with FTTH experience, fiber splicing skills, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a commitment to safety, customer service, and quality installations.
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