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OzarksGo · 1 week ago

Fiber Optic Technician I

Stilwell, OK

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

OzarksGo is a telecommunications subsidiary of Ozarks Electric Cooperative, offering fiber gigabit internet and premium services in Northwest Arkansas and Northeast Oklahoma. The Fiber Optic Technician I will be responsible for performing basic fiber optic splicing, utilizing fiber optic tools, and supporting subscribers in accessing the network while maintaining professional communication.

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Responsibilities

Understand basic light transmission concepts, fiber handling guidelines, and fiber documentation

Perform basic fiber optic fusion/mechanical splicing

Use basic fiberoptic tools, including light meters, fiber scopes, live fiber identifiers, and locators

Safely use ladders, bucket trucks and plows

Participate in the fiber technician on-call rotation

Utilize mapping software and account lookup tools for troubleshooting, and documenting work performed

Communicate professionally and courteously on-site and off-site

Perform construction related duties including buried drops, aerial drops, and drop pole transfers

Preserves confidentiality of company issues when relating to staff, customers, and general public

Supports the Bylaws, guidelines, policies, and philosophies of the company at all times

Supports the Mission Statement and Core Values at all times

The Fiber Optic Technician I shall be required to perform any other duties assigned in order to fulfill the objectives of OzarksGo

To support and assist subscribers to access the network

To be a team player and maintain good relations in all contacts with the general public

Qualification

Fiber optic splicingFiber optic toolsMapping softwareBucket truck operationConstruction experiencePC abilitiesClass A CDLCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma is required

Must have a valid driver's license without violation, which would prohibit insurability

Must have general PC abilities including Microsoft Office and tablet operating skills

Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CDL within a year of start date

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Rarely lifts up to 50 pounds

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

This position requires the ability to bend, stoop, or stand, as necessary