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.