Cogeco
Technician,Fiber
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“Technician, Fiber at Cogeco. Skills: Fiber optic splicing, Network repair, OSP management. Troubleshoot network impairments. Diagnose network impairments”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot; Diagnose; Repair
Overtime required, Evening shifts, Night shifts, Weekends required, Holidays required, On-call rotation, Carry extension ladder, Climb extension ladder, Operate extension ladder, Climb ladders, Operate Aerial Lift Equipment, Drive Company vehicle, Work from high places, Make cable connections in tight spaces
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
One year OSP construction experience, Two years fiber optic splicing experience, Computer skills with Microsoft applications, In-depth understanding of technology-based services, Valid Driver’s License
Nice to Have
Knowledge of fiber PON/XGS-PON design, Experience with fusion splicing, Ability to place a mid-sheath splice, Working knowledge of computerized operations, Proficiency with Microsoft applications, Ability to work with clients, Ability to pay close attention to detail, Ability to make good sound decisions, Ability to multitask, Ability to stay organized under pressure
What You'll Do.
Troubleshoot network impairments
Diagnose network impairments
Repair network impairments
Contribute to CWDM design
Contribute to DWDM design
Splice fiber optic cables
Reconstruct splice cases
Maintain splicing records
Perform work with OTDR
Perform work with PON meter
Perform work with Fiber Scope
Perform work in accordance with standards
Read instructions and specifications
Adhere to safety procedures
Interpret telecom facilities
Enter outside plant records
Maintain outside plant records
Participate in permitting processes
Participate in construction processes
Complete accurate records
Maintain accurate records
Clean assigned equipment
Maintain assigned equipment
Stock assigned vehicle
Assist with installation
Assist with service calls
Assist with escalations
Full Job Description
Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated. ## Time Type: Regular ## Job Description : ****About Our Company**** Breezeline is a dynamic, innovative company providing the very best Internet, TV, and Voice service to the US markets we serve. We Are ‘ _Above And Beyonders,’_ who consistently strive to surprise and delight our customers by doing the unexpected. We continually look for new and better ways to enrich our customers’ lives through connected and memorable experiences. As the eighth-largest cable operator in the United States, Breezeline reaches more than 1.7 million homes and businesses in 13 states with Internet, TV, Voice and fiber services. Headquartered in Quincy, MA, Breezeline is a subsidiary of Cogeco Communications Inc. (TSX:CCA). **_Fiber Technician_** ** _General Summary:_** Primary responsibilities include maintenance and repair of a GPON/XGS-PON system. Splicing fiber optic cables in both outdoor and indoor settings, reading and maintaining splicing schematics and diagrams, managing outside plant (OSP) activities at and around the assigned work site(s), maintaining accurate splicing and field notes. The majority of tasks occur in the field and may require overtime, including evening and night shifts, weekends, and holidays and on-call rotation. ** _Essential Job Functions:_** * The job functions and responsibilities for a Fiber Technician include: * Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair any and all impairments within the fiber network that may be customers. * Contribute to design of installation/activation of point to point CWDM, DWDM as needed * Splicing fiber optic cables including both loose-tube and ribbon optic cables. Reconstructing splice cases, including but not limited to: grounding, bonding,
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