Overview
Join our dynamic manufacturing team as a Fiber Blowing Technician and be at the forefront of innovative fiber optic installation! In this vital role, you will operate specialized fiber blowing equipment to efficiently install high-quality fiber optic cables, ensuring optimal network performance. Your expertise will contribute to building reliable communication infrastructure while adhering to safety standards and quality protocols. This position offers an exciting opportunity for hands-on technical work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment where your skills make a real impact.
Duties
- Operate fiber blowing machines and related industrial equipment to install fiber optic cables accurately and efficiently.
- Conduct routine inspections of machinery, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), to ensure optimal operation and troubleshoot issues promptly.
- Handle materials safely using hand tools, forklifts, and materials handling equipment, maintaining proper warehouse procedures.
- Perform quality inspections on installed fibers using precision measurement instruments such as calipers and micrometers to verify adherence to specifications.
- Assist with fabrication and assembly tasks related to fiber optic components, ensuring precise measurements and alignment.
- Troubleshoot industrial equipment and fiber installation processes, applying engineering troubleshooting techniques to resolve issues swiftly.
- Support lean manufacturing initiatives by maintaining organized work areas, reducing waste, and improving workflow efficiency.
Skills
- Strong mechanical knowledge with experience operating CNC lathes, press brake machines, and CNC equipment.
- Proficiency in plastics blow molding, plastics extrusion, and plastics injection molding processes.
- Familiarity with quality control measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Knowledge of industrial equipment troubleshooting, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other automation systems.
- Ability to operate hand tools effectively for fabrication, assembly, and maintenance tasks.
- Experience in manufacturing environments with a focus on machining, materials handling, and warehouse operations.
- Basic math skills for measurements, calculations, and quality assessments.
- Understanding of lean manufacturing principles to optimize productivity and reduce waste.
- Valid forklift certification or experience operating forklifts safely in a warehouse setting is preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail with a focus on quality inspection standards in a fast-paced production environment.
Join us as a Fiber Blowing Technician and help us build the future of connectivity! Your technical expertise combined with your proactive approach will ensure the successful installation of fiber optic networks that power our digital world. We value safety, precision, and teamwork—come be part of something extraordinary!
Job Summary
This position requires frequent travel at both the state and regional levels.
The Fiber Blow Technician is responsible for installing fiber optic cable through conduits
using specialized blowing equipment. This role involves preparing job sites, handling fiber
reels, operating fiber blowing machines, and ensuring all installations meet project
specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements. The ideal candidate will have 3–
5 years of experience in fiber optic construction and demonstrate proficiency in fiber
blowing operations, conduit systems, and field troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate fiber optic cable blowing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Install fiber optic cable through underground and aerial conduit systems.
- Prepare job sites, including conduit setup, pulling tape assistance, and duct verification.
- Conduct conduit proving, rodding, cleaning, and route verification prior to installation.
- Load and unload fiber reels and monitor cable placement during installation.
- Troubleshoot fiber optic cable, conduit systems, and equipment issues.
- Read and interpret job prints, utility maps, construction drawings, and project specifications.
- Maintain accurate records of footage installed, materials used, and work completed.
- Perform quality control inspections to ensure compliance with company and customer standards.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, foremen, crew members, and project managers.
- Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and traffic control procedures.
- Assist with site cleanup, restoration, emergency restoration efforts, and special projects as needed.
- Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in safe working condition.
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and operate equipment for extended periods.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work in construction environments, trenches, and confined spaces when required.
- Ability to travel between job sites as needed.
- Flexible schedule, including overtime, evenings, weekends, and emergency response work when necessary.
Experience
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 3–5 years of experience in fiber optic installation, fiber blowing operations, telecommunications construction, or utility construction.
- Experience operating fiber blowing machines and related installation equipment.
- Ability to read and follow job prints, maps, construction drawings, and specifications.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Strong communication, teamwork, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
- Preferred: Fiber optic certifications (FOA, CFOT, or equivalent).
- Preferred: Experience with Outside Plant (OSP) fiber construction, conduit proving, duct integrity testing, and fiber testing equipment.
- Preferred: CDL license or ability to obtain one.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive pay and opportunities for career advancement.
- Work with an experienced team in a growing telecommunications industry.
- Gain hands-on experience with advanced fiber optic installation technologies.
- Be part of projects that help expand critical broadband infrastructure.
- Supportive work environment focused on safety, quality, and professional development.
Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Fiber Blowing: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
- OSHA 10 (Preferred)
Location:
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
