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AFL · 3 hours ago

Drop Technician- TRAINING AVAILABLE

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

AFL is a leading manufacturer of fiber optic cable and provides engineering and installation services for major telecom customers. They are seeking motivated individuals to join their fiber splicing team, with training provided for splicing fiber optic cable and running fiber drops for both residential and commercial customers.

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Responsibilities

Operate various trenching equipment such as a mini skid steer or walk beside trencher

Capable of carrying, handling, and climbing 28-ft ladders

Ability to work at heights: Splicing fiber on utility poles and strands

Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs

Must be able to work flexible hours with the understanding that workdays can be in excess of normal hours and weekend and holiday work may be required

Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record

Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol screen

Ability to visually perceive differences in wire and cable colors

Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training in order to remain competitive in the telecommunications field

Qualification

Fiber optic splicingTrenching equipment operationTelecom industry experienceLifting 100 lbsVisual perception skillsFlexible hours

Required

Operate various trenching equipment such as a mini skid steer or walk beside trencher

Capable of carrying, handling, and climbing 28-ft ladders

Ability to work at heights: Splicing fiber on utility poles and strands

Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs

Must be able to work flexible hours with the understanding that workdays can be in excess of normal hours and weekend and holiday work may be required

Valid state driver's license and non-negligent driving record

Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol screen

Ability to visually perceive differences in wire and cable colors

Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training in order to remain competitive in the telecommunications field

Work involves standing, talking, hearing, using hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms

Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment; and ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time

The employee must frequently push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inclement weather conditions

The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration

The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock

Preferred

Experience in the Telecom industry is preferred but not required

Benefits

Vehicle

Gas

Cell Phone

Tablet

Uniform

Company

AFL

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AFL is a telecommunication company that offers fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories to its clients.

Founded in 1984

Duncan, South Carolina, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.AFLglobal.com

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