Fiber Testing Technician

Company: Sonic Internet + Phone
Location: Hayward
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

$1500 signing bonus - Full benefits - Growth opportunity - Come join the team!Why Sonic?For over 28 years, Sonic has been committed to changing the way people think about the internet. We're revolutionizing the industry by standing up in support of an open and fair internet, setting a refreshingly high standard for customer care, and bringing accessible, affordable connectivity with member-focused policies to all.And that mission all starts with the people we hire.Each career opening at Sonic is an opportunity for personal growth, career development, and most importantly, making a difference towards building a better internet for our shared local community and beyond. Whether you contribute by splicing fiber, installing homes, or assisting customers on the phone, you're part of a company that is committed to the power of good.Join a community of internet revolutionaries re-thinking, re-wiring, and re-imagining the future of the internet.Position Summary:The Fiber Testing Technician plays a vital role in ensuring quality and timely deliveries of our fiber services along with additional services to customers, while delivering exceptional internal and external customer service.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:Fiber Testing Technician is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt/hourly position. Overtime should be expected with this position.Travel:Travel is typical for this position with company vehicle.Minimum Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Smart, dedicated, and willing to learnExceptional problem-solving and organization skillsAbility to prioritize and work within tight deadlinesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent language skills, both written and verbalEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Fiber optic stripping, cleaving, ribbionizing and splicingTesting using a variety of equipment such VFL and OTDR and recording resultsFollowing specific workmanship instructions and multitaskingMust be receptive to changing prioritiesAbility to fusion splice SM or MM fiber optic cable: to include terminate various types of fiber optic connectorsWork with engineers and OSP management to perform fusion splicing as directedInstallation and testing of pressurized and non-pressurized closures on all types and sizes of cableKnowledge using Fiber Light MeterInstallation and dressing of fiber optic cable both aerial and undergroundProvide management with detail reports of field splicing activityCommunicate with Project Manager and Team Leader on workload status in order to meet designated goalMaintain a positive and strong work ethic that can provide high productivity with minimal supervisionAll other duties as assigned or needed to complete the day to day operation of the departmentWork Environment:Work is normally performed in outdoor settings. Outdoor work may be required in residential and commercial areas, construction sites, and field facilities. Performance of the position requires working safely and may require working outdoors in all weather conditions, all noise levels, hazardous conditions, and on the full range of outdoor work surfaces.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally required to stand; walk; to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus in addition, the position may require frequent movement and activity relating to using keyboards, viewing data on computer displays, and communicating verbally and in writing to the needs of others.Pay Scale$24/hour plus over time-$1500 signing bonusBenefits and Perks:Medical + Dental + Vision benefits401k and Profit SharingPaid Time OffEducation opportunitiesStipend for high-speed internet accessPaid Comprehensive TrainingGrowth OpportunitiesAs a condition of employment, we require all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to starting work, subject to legally mandated accommodations.Sonic is an equal opportunity employer. Sonic is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and disrespectful or other unprofessional conduct based on sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver's license issued under Vehicle Code section 12801.9), ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation. It also prohibits discrimination, harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.

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