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Fiber Optic Technician at Conexon in Magnolia, MS

Entry LevelOn-siteFull-timeMagnolia, MS

Skills

fusion splicerotdroptical testing equipmentpcmicrosoft office

Job Description

Description

Conexon is a rapidly growing telecommunications company partnering with Rural Electric Cooperatives to design and deploy advanced fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) networks nationwide. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering reliable, high-speed internet and phone services to Rural America. We are a team of people passionate about excellent service, meaningful work, and supporting the communities we serve. As we continue expanding into new states and regions, we’re looking for individuals who want to grow with us and contribute to this important mission of transforming rural communities with the power of high-speed internet, mile by mile of fiber to the home.

Installs, maintains, and repairs customer FTTX broadband and voice services. Completes quality control functions for other installation technicians in the assigned area. Responsible for maintaining inventory between technicians and warehouses throughout the territory. Typically installs aerial and/or buried service drop cabling, ONTs, network interface devices (NID), and performs wiring for new or existing FTTX broadband, voice, and Special Circuit subscriber services.

Location: Magnolia, MS

Job Type: Full- time

Schedule: Fixed

Overtime: Yes

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Travel: Within Magnolia, MS

Requirements

Highschool diploma required
P.C. and Microsoft Office skills
Ability to use optical test equipment including fusion splicers and OTDRs
Safely operate a company vehicle
Strong communication skills
Initiative to work remotely with limited supervision
Strong leadership skills
Physically able to lift 100 pounds
Safely working from ladders and ability to climb poles to 25’

Responsibilities and Duties

Installing FTTX broadband service to residential and commercial customers
Assures customer services are restored after trouble ticket dispatch
Completing both interior and exterior cabling of fiber optic and category ethernet cables
Documenting assignment of inventory within inventory system
Track progress of feeder construction
Communicate with field personnel to assure inventory levels are sufficient
Reconciling inventory
Updating equipment associated with customers
Documenting process and procedure
Other duties as assigned by management

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Ability to walk long distances on a regular basis
Ability to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to X pounds
Ability to bend stoop kneel Crouch or reach as required by job tasks etc.

Standard Company Benefits Include

Three (3) weeks of paid time off
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Retirement benefits

Conexon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Our recruiting and hiring practices are designed to attract, evaluate, and retain talented individuals based solely on their qualifications, experience, and ability to contribute to Conexon’s mission. Discrimination, harassment, or bias of any kind is strictly prohibited in all stages of the employment process.

By adhering to these principles, Conexon ensures a fair, equitable, and respectful environment for all current and prospective employees.