Fiber Optics Technician

Description

Velocity Network, Northwest Pennsylvania’s leading technology services firm, is currently searching for a Fiber Optics Technician to join our growing team.

This position is responsible for:

• •Performing construction work using designated equipment (i.e. digging holes, running fiber lines underground, etc.).
• •Installing, rearranging, and maintaining inside wiring.
• •Performing necessary work to connect, disconnect, test, repair, and maintain the various types of company and customer provided internet, video, and phone equipment.
• •Identifying and meeting individual customer requirements on installation and/or repair contacts.
• •Inspecting and determining the best facility entrance pathway and ground restoration.
• •Reviewing and interpreting underground and aerial cable records in the existing record, on maps, or in the field.
• •Working directly with permitting agencies, contractors, and building owners and/or customers.
• •Maintaining and reviewing system documentation.
• •Ability to pay close attention to detail and make good, timely decisions based on the information given.

Additional information about the position includes:

• •May be required to perform additional duties and tasks as required by the Company.
• •May work evenings, weekends, holidays, and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needed of the customer.
• •Working aloft; climbing ladders and poles; buildings, trenches, crawls spaces, manholes, and other confined spaces to accomplish job tasks.
• •Working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• •Working and traveling alone between work locations by driving Company vehicles with little or no direct supervision.

VNET offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

• •Health Insurance
• •Dental Insurance
• •Vision Insurance
• •Flexible Spending Accounts/Section 125 Plan
• •401(k) Savings Plan with a company match
• •Life Insurance
• •Short Term Disability Insurance
• •Paid Time Off
• •Sick Time
• •Paid Holidays
• •Employee Assistance Program
• •On-Site Fitness Facility
• •Free Parking at VNET’s State-of-the-Art Facility in Downtown Erie

If you’re looking for a challenging career that will allow you to showcase your talents, skills, and expertise, a position at VNET could be a great fit.

Requirements

• •Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• •Previous experience with DSL, Fiber, Telco or home internal wiring preferred.