Entry Level Fiber Optic Testing Jobs in Tyler, TX

Job Overview:

Responsibilities:

• Fusion splice SM or MM outside plant loose tube, inside plant tight buffered, and ribbon fiber optic cable
• Prep, dress, and store fiber optic cabling to specifications and assemble equipment according to design specifications
• Preparation of armored and non-armored cables, ribbon and loose tube fiber and mid-sheath applications
• Perform live fiber cut-overs during maintenance hours
• Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber effectively and efficiently
• Proficient in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including fusion splicer, power meter OTDR, VFL and Traffic Identifier
• Ability to read, understand and update splice documentation and maps as required
• Perform other duties as required

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• 1-3 years of fiber splicing and testing
• Working knowledge of the proper use and maintenance of fusion machines, OTDRs, power meters and tools of the trade
• Organized, with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment & communicate professionally with co-workers and customers
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Requires a mixture of day and night work.
• Must have a Valid driver's license
• Be available for 7 day / 24-hour stand by on-call rotation as needed
• Ability and willingness to work long and unpredictable hours if required, including work after normal business hours in the event physical restoration of fiber plant is needed
• Ability to climb up and down ladders and operate a bucket truck is needed
• Willingness to operate within a schedule that is subject to inclement weather conditions

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.

Company Overview:

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation paid weekly.

• Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.

• 401(k) with company match, vested day-one.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.

• Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"

• Legal Assistance Coverage

• Award winning safety programs.

• Overtime opportunities.

• Growth Opportunities.

• And more.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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