• Outside Fiber Technician

    Greenlight Networks (Vestal, NY)


    Outside Fiber Technician

     

    About the Organization Greenlight Networks is an ultra-high speed, broadband service provider, offering residential and small business customers Internet speeds up to 8 Gigabits per second. Greenlight Networks was founded in 2011 and builds, owns, and operates a fiber-optic network that provides extremely high-speed internet connections. The company's high-speed internet network is currently available to more than 170,000+ homes in 27 municipalities in the Rochester, Buffalo, Binghamton, Albany, and Hudson Valley areas and rapidly expanding throughout the Northeast . Our mission is to connect our communities by delivering the best internet experience and providing our customers the freedom to work, play, and live without limits!

     

    Category Outside Operations

     

    Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

     

    Location Binghamton

    Description

    Summary:

    As ourOutsideFiber Technician, you will be one of the initial points of contacts for our customers ensuring they experience a seamless installation process ensuring the highest level of customer experience is exceeded by providing an ultra-high-speed internet service.

    Essential Functions:

    + Cabling testing and documentation (all media types).

    + Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fiber optic systems and networks.

    + Working with optical fiber, etc. includes performing all cable pulling, suspension, fiber terminating, and testing in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other local regulations.

    + Working as part of a collaborative team to ensure premiere service to our business and residential customers

    + Helping with other business-related duties as assigned.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

    + Minimum of 1 year of installation experience required.

    + High School Diploma or GED preferred; college or vocational/technical training is a plus.

    + Possess a valid and clean NYS Driver's License and have the ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

    + Basic knowledge of fiber optic cabling and splicing techniques.

    + Strong teamwork and customer service skills.

    + Proficient in using tools and equipment related to the job, including drills, cable cutters, splicers, and hammer drills.

    + Competency in computer and home networking; familiarity with audio/video electronics is a plus.

    + Strong work ethic and ability to perform tasks neatly and with high quality.

    + Strict adherence to safety protocols, including the proper use of all personal protective equipment (PPE).

    + Ability to work in challenging environments, including extreme weather conditions.

    + Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

    + Ability to work at heights up to 30 feet, including climbing ladders and utility poles using gaffs, and working in manholes and confined spaces.

    + Must be physically able to stoop, kneel, or crouch for extended periods and consistently lift 50 lbs and carry 25 lbs.

    Compensation:

    Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly pay range for this position is between $22.00 - $27.00. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at www.greenlightnetworks.com/careers/

     

    EOE Statement Greenlight Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Greenlight Networks is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Greenlight Networks are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate. Greenlight Networks will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Greenlight Networks encourages applicants of all ages.

     

    This position is currently accepting applications.