[Hiring] Fiber Testing Tech @Zero DB Communications LLC

Role Description

Zero dB Communications (ZdB) is looking for individuals to work under their division called NCT (North Central Telcom) which provides high quality telecommunications, engineering, furnishing and installing, and fiber characterization services across the U.S.

• Experience working in telecommunications central offices, communications huts, or data centers.
• Installation or removal of common systems including transport or switching equipment and associated cabling.
• Placing fiber optic jumper cables in fiber management systems.
• Scoping, cleaning, labeling, and terminating installed jumpers.
• Performing testing using an OTDR along with basic remediation based on test results.

This is a remote position requiring travel to the field from home per assignment, primarily in the central region of the U.S.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of previous experience working within communications centers.
• Previous testing fiber optic experience is preferred.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company’s minimum safety standard.
• Top-notch computer skills.
• Must possess and supply minor personal tools.
• Knowledge of optical fiber microscope inspection and cleaning procedures.
• Knowledge of base level fiber characterization best practices for OTDR.
• Knowledge of telecommunications network structure.
• Able to read Span Basic documents indicating location and labeling of fiber to be tested.
• Able to meet physical requirements: lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., squat, kneel, bend, crawl, walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
• Enjoy working outdoors in all types of weather.
• Willing and able to transport personal and company-provided tools and equipment in a safe and secure manner.

Requirements

• Travel by air and/or rental vehicle for all projects.
• Extensive travel required, up to 100% of the time with traveling back home on weekends most of the time.
• Larger projects may demand weekend travel.
• Test equipment will be transported as checked baggage or shipped, depending on assignment.
• Travel is company paid, generally by air with subsequent rental vehicles at project locations.

Schedule

• Required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• 8-hour shift, Monday – Friday.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including some nights, weekends, and holidays as needed in addition to regular travel.

Benefits

• Weekly pay!
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to gain valuable working skills
• Voluntary Benefits offered:
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical (including an HSA)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

If you are interested in joining a fast-paced and growing team, WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!!!

Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment screen, including a drug test and an acceptable driving record. This is a safety-sensitive position.