Fiber Engineering Technician en Canadian Valley Electric

Job Description: Fiber Engineering Technician

Reports To: Outside Plant Supervisor

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Safety-Sensitive Position: Yes

Cell Phone Reimbursement: Yes

Position Summary

The Fiber Engineering Technician is responsible for supporting the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing and repair of the fiber optic network. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with design and quality control expertise. Working closely with network engineering, construction, and operations, this position will support the long-term reliability and efficiency of the fiber network.

Essential Responsibilities

• Install, splice, and test mainline fiber optic cables for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. This can include aerial, underground, and trench installation.
• Conduct OTDR, power meter, and light source testing to verify signal integrity and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Read and interpret fiber network maps, construction drawings, and splice documentation.
• Troubleshoot and repair damaged fiber optic cables and restore service efficiently.
• Perform make-ready tasks such as identifying conflicts, pole transfers, and underground pathway preparation.
• Maintain detailed splice records, as-built documentation, and test results for network accuracy.
• Conducting regular maintenance checks to ensure the reliability and performance of the fiber optic network.
• Support business and enterprise customer installation of services
• Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and industry standards.
• Prepare fiber designs that are accurate, cost-effective, and meet engineering standards.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections during and after construction.
• Operate bucket trucks with a GVWR less than 26,000 pounds, fusion splicers, OTDRs, and other specialized fiber tools and equipment.
• Collaborate with network engineering, construction, and field teams to support network builds and maintenance.
• Respond to fiber outages, perform emergency restorations, and assist with on-call rotation as needed
• Adhere to company policies, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements at all times.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Operating bucket truck
• 3 or more years of experience in fiber installation, splicing and testing
• Knowledge in fiber optic theory, installation standards and testing procedures.

Required Skills

• Language Ability – Ability to speak and write clearly and accurately; capability to design and effectively communicate network system needs.
• Reasoning Ability – Troubleshoot networking problems. Look for efficient and effective ways to carry out job functions.
• Technical Skills – Proficient use of computer and operating software. Ability to install, configure and troubleshoot broadband technology applications.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment and competing demands; changes method to best fit situation; handles multiple projects simultaneously.
• Professionalism - Maintains confidentiality with tact and diplomacy; carries out a variety of tasks with accuracy and attention to detail; possesses and demonstrates a knowledge of business principles and practices. Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance.
• Dependability - Timely and accurately performs essential duties. Ensures all business functions are operational.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; accepts increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed; performs duties and meets needs of subsidiary with minimal direct supervision.
• Customer Service - Provides quality services to members and customers and maintains a continuing commitment to superior customer service.
• Lateral Service - Develop and maintain positive relationships, ability to balance work schedules and demands, provide and accept feedback, seek to resolve conflict through communication and collaboration.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully uses reason when developing solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Authority & Accountability

Handles daily technical duties and makes routine decisions with limited impact. Seeks supervisory guidance for unclear policies or major decisions. Works to carry out
the duties and responsibilities of this position in conformity with established policies and procedures. He/she has the responsibility and expectation to make suggestions for efficiency and improvement of operations for their department and the Cooperative. Responsible for assigned equipment and company assets.

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• Physical Effort and Dexterity: Work is considered medium effort. Frequent physical activity, including walking, standing, stooping, bending, and frequent lifting up to 30 pounds and 50 pounds occasionally. Requires manual dexterity.
• Machines, Tools, and Equipment required to be operated: Operates fleet vehicles when driving to the various sites. Work with test equipment, hand tools, computers, and Fiber equipment.
• Visual Acuity, Hearing, speaking: Requires normal range of vision. Visual color discrimination is beneficial to differentiate between wire and part colors.
• Environment/Working Conditions: Work is mostly in varied weather conditions; is exposed to the hazards associated with weather conditions and members’ animals. Work is regularly scheduled Monday-Friday, although weekends and after hours may be required. Position requires travel throughout the service area. Occasionally required to travel outside service territory or outside the state to attend training conferences. Will be required to respond to network system outages after hours as required.
  
  

This job description includes the major and essential responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to cover every aspect of the position, as the scope of duties may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of the Cooperative. The basic requirement of every position is to perform all tasks as assigned by the supervisor, in accordance with Cooperative policy. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the position.

I have received a copy of the job description, and I have read, understood, and represented to Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative Fiber that I can perform what is required in the job description with or without any reasonable accommodations. I am also aware that this position is Safety Sensitive.