AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1B in revenue, and employ more than 5,800 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

NO C2C or 3rd parties please

Job Summary

A Data Center a Voice/Data cable installation tech will participate in the installation of connectivity solutions. A technician I, II or III can be assigned to a single project or multiple projects, depending on size and complexity. The installation technician will complete the assignments issued by the supervisor and must be willing to learn, progress and grow a career.

Voice/Data cable installation tech I, II and III responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices adhering to AFL and client work site policies.Safety is AFL’s number one Core Value
• Promotes company Core Values
• Installation of low-voltage cabling systems including all aspects of the installation process:
• Ability to learn basic wiring diagrams and installation instructions
• Ability to learn how to terminate common types of fiber optic fittings (SC, ST, LC, etc.) efficiently and to industry, manufacturer, and AFL standards
• Ability to learn how to efficiently terminate copper cabling to industry, manufacturer, and AFL standards
• Ability to learn how to test different categories of copper media (Category 5e, Category 6 etc.).
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Maintain satisfactory compliance with customer security requirements
• Maintain a neat and orderly worksite
• Understands, adheres to, and promotes the Environmental, Health & Safety policies of AFL Telecom
• Attend classes and training sessions, as requested by AFL management, to obtain and maintain vendor certifications
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Personal Qualities

• Communication Skills – Read, write, and understand the English language, Spanish is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and develop a mastery of installation practices and methods.

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years data cabling experience
• BICSI Certificates – Install I or Installer II (preferred)
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening
• Valid Driver’s License
• Finger & wrist dexterity & hand/eye coordination
• Ability to work from heights such as man lifts, scissor lifts & roof tops utilizing proper fall protection
• Ability to use small hand tools
• Ability to use power tools
• Climbing of stairs and ladders
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and drive a vehicle

Working Conditions

• ISP/OSP environments
• Ability to accept periodic assignments that involve travel away from immediate district office area based on client needs, business needs and project scope
• Exposure to noisy conditions
• Ability to work nights and weekends on a rotational basis.
• Must be able to work in the United States