Fiber Technician-Snow Shoe, PA

Zito is looking for a full-time Fiber Technician to learn the trade of installing fiber optic cables within Zito Medias fiber optic networks and their related equipment with the end goal of providing maximum operating efficiency.

Skills Required:

– High school diploma or equivalent.
– Valid state drivers license along with an excellent driving record.
– Basic Knowledge or willingness to learn premise entry and electronic equipment installation.
– Basic Knowledge or willingness to learn the technologies and standards as they apply to the installation of fiber optic networks.
– Basic courtesy, diplomatic abilities and a pleasant demeanor.
– Ability to communicate effectively with customers and other staff.
– Available for on-call and after-hours call out.
– Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned or as become evident up to and including travel to other systems if needed.

Skills Preferred:

– Ability to work under minimal supervision, within broad guidelines of procedures and goals, able to apply technical expertise to a variety of situations, evaluating problems and implementing the best solutions.
– Work well under pressure and deadline environments.

Special Requirements:

– An active drivers license is required for this position.
– Ability to climb poles and ladders daily.
– Carry, set-up and extend ladders weighing up to 100 lbs.
– Confidence working on ladders and utility poles at heights of up to 40 feet.
– Ability to periodically lift up to 100 pounds.
– Use the standard tools of the trade (screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, strippers, crimpers, hammers, etc.) to route cable, connect cable and install electronic equipment.
– Able to work a variety of schedules in order to provide needed coverage, for both normal duty and on-call duty.
– Work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.

Zito Media retains the right to change this job description any time. Zito offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401 (k) plan, and discounted services for employees who reside within the Zito coverage areas.

Zito Media is an equal opportunity employer which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex. The company encourages job applications from minority and female candidates.