Fiber Optic Test And Installation Technician

• Looking for testing or installing fiber optic products. Candidates might have experience in data centers or in the field installing cables (splicing for example). Sometimes they must test and assure they have continuity.

M-F, 8am - 5pm

Top skills required:

• Computer skills for data processing and data analysis.
• Familiarity with basic measurement tools (gauges, scales, micrometers)
• Able to physically pull/maneuver optical fiber cables and be exposed to temperature changes during test execution.
• Candidates with fusion splicing skills as well as optical fiber cable installation is highly desirable.
• Be a team player - this position requires interaction with many team members
• Candidates must be willing to perform heavy duty activities and hands-on work (demands physical activity lifting weights, pulling items, moving items between locations); also, perform testing under extreme temperature conditions (104F and -22F). Candidates must have some experience in a metrology laboratory environment or material testing environment, being exposed to testing products (optical fiber cables and/or optical fiber connectors, material dimensional testing, among others).

• Assist in performing set up and performance verification of fiber optic testing products
• Configure product samples (cables and connectors) for environmental and mechanical testing
• Perform optical measurements using manual or automated test systems
• Program and operate environmental chambers and mechanical test equipment
• Setup/perform and track/report progress of testing as directed
• Document test results from optical fiber component testing as per documented procedures
• Conduct basic data analysis
• Draft test reports in the proper format and filed accordingly
• Assist in conducting failure mode analysis
• Perform basic troubleshooting/problem solving
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area

• Familiarity with computer applications such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Ability to complete assignments accurately and at a pre-defined schedule
• Detail oriented
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
• Written/verbal communication skills
• Hands-on technical skills using test and measurement equipment

• Highly motivated and work as a "self-starter"
• Willingness to learn

• High School diploma minimum
• Previous experience in fiber optics
• Experience in a metrology/testing laboratory environment is highly desirable

• Candidates must have good eye sight, must have ability to handle very small, delicate parts. Must be a quick learner and have confidence in their ability.

DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.

DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.