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Telecom Field Operations Fiber Technician

Southern Company -
Augusta, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
13 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Network installation
Safety protocol adherence
Cable testers
Equipment installation
Network testing
Vendor coordination
Trailer towing
Driver's License
Hardware support
Fiber optic systems installation
Equipment testing
Telecommunications testing equipment

Full Job Description

Telecom Field Operations Fiber Technician

JOB SUMMARY:

The Telecom Field Operations Fiber Technician is responsible for project and operational support of Southern Company’s outside plant (OSP) and campus fiber infrastructure. This role supports critical optical transport systems, including DWDM, GPON, MPLS, SEL-ICON, and SCADA networks. Work is performed in accordance with established standards, service-level expectations, operational procedures, and applicable work agreements to ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality service delivery.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

A two-year advanced education degree (college/technical/vocational certification) in a technology field, telecommunications field, equivalent military training, or 5 years equivalent hands-on experience in a technology or a fiber optic field is required.
Fundamental understanding of various types of fiber optic cable, installation practices, installation materials, and testing equipment.
Fundamental understanding of various optical network topologies, e.g., general telecommunications, DWDM, GPON, MPLS, SEL-ICON and SCADA and how they operate.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license is preferred.

General Competencies:

Maintain a “safety first” mindset and foster a positive safety culture.
Work independently with minimal supervision, be a self-starter, and demonstrate excellent communication and time management skills.
Collaborate and coordinate contractors and/or vendors associated with the Field Operation function as appropriate.
Work with internal business partners, vendors, contractors, and other Technology Organization (TO) groups related to projects and operational support.
Understand and adhere to all Southern Company billing and performance processes and procedures.
Maintain accurate documentation and equipment inventories for assigned jobs.
Ability to work extended hours during emergency restoration.

Technical Competencies

Responsible for the project and operational support of Southern Company’s outside plant (OSP) fiber, campus fiber, and optical transport networks
Ability to logically troubleshoot and repair fiber optic infrastructure along with all associated peripheral hardware (line hardware, distribution panels, splice enclosures, patch cables, etc.)
Proficient in single/ribbon splicing and terminating single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic cables
Proficient in reading, testing, and documenting using an Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR)
Fundamental understanding of CD (Chromatic Dispersion) and PMD (Polarization Mode Dispersion) and bi-directional fiber optic testing is preferred
Experience with Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) fiber cable of various types. (e.g., stainless steel tube, tight buffer tube, star, etc.) is preferred
Experience with All-Dielectric Self-Supporting (ADSS) and other aerial fiber optic cables
Experience documenting fiber optic route information (traces, power levels, splice points, etc.)
Experience installing and maintaining ancillary equipment (alarm systems, DC/AC power systems, etc.) is preferred

General Requirements:

Annual Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam
Valid US drivers license
Ability to tow a trailer up to 10,000 lbs
Ability to drive long distances, walk on uneven surfaces, climb ladders, work at heights of 50 feet or less, and carry at least 50 lbs.
Support fiber infrastructure across the state of Georgia, requiring regular overnight travel
24x7 365 “on-call” support

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and beneﬁts will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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