Fiber Optic Outside Plant (OSP) Technician at DC BLOX

Conyers, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fiber Optic Installation, Troubleshooting, Testing, ILA Maintenance, Fiber Characterization, OTDR Testing, Power Meter Use, Fiber Inspection Scopes, Safety Compliance, Documentation, Project Coordination, Splicing Best Practices, Construction Standards, GIS Knowledge, FTTH Experience, Rural Broadband, Municipal Fiber Networks

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

This role is field-based and involves extensive travel. A company car will be provided for business use. Description Summary: A Fiber Optic Outside Plant (OSP) Technician will be responsible for customer installation, troubleshooting, testing, and ILA maintenance and all operating aspects of our fiber optic cabling infrastructure. Essential Duties: Customer environment installations including fiber testing and troubleshooting Route and ILA inspection and maintenance Perform troubleshooting and restoration oversight during service interruptions or outages Perform relocation management and oversight during excavation and repositioning Conduct fiber characterization using OTDR, power meter/light source, and other testing equipment Monitor and maintain fiber enclosures, handholes, vaults, cabinets, and terminals in accordance with construction drawings and industry standards Read and interpret fiber schematics, splice diagrams, construction maps, and engineering prints Ensure compliance with safety standards and local regulations during all field activities Accurately document all work completed, including redlines, fiber assignments, and test results Coordinate with project managers, contractors, jurisdictions, and utility locators to complete builds and repairs Maintain tools, splicing equipment, and company vehicles in good working condition Education/Training/Experience: High school diploma or GED (technical or trade school preferred). 2+ years of experience in fiber optic cable installation, splicing, and testing in an OSP environment Proficiency in fiber testing/characterization, including but not limited to OTDR testing, light source/power meter use, and fiber inspection scopes Comfortable working in various outdoor conditions, including confined spaces and heights Strong understanding of fiber color codes, splicing best practices, and construction standards Valid driver’s license with clean driving record Preferred Qualifications FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) or equivalent certification. OSHA 10/30 Certification. Knowledge of GIS or fiber management systems (e.g., VETRO, OSPInsight, etc.). Experience with fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), rural broadband, or municipal fiber networks.

Responsibilities

The Fiber Optic Outside Plant (OSP) Technician is responsible for customer installations, troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance of fiber optic cabling infrastructure. This role includes oversight during service interruptions and ensuring compliance with safety standards.