Communications infrastructure is all around you; from the tower your cell phone talks to, to the point of sale systems at your grocery store and gas station, the wifi system that your TV, Roku, or gaming system connects to, and the camera, security, and alarm systems at your local bank. Loop Internet is building a state of the art fiber optic network that will connect hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses with incredible speeds that will create unimaginable opportunities to the residents and organizations in our communities.

Loop Internet is a rapidly growing regional fiber optic communications company. We’re proud of our team and the positive, supportive culture we’re building. We’re scaling our team and we want you to join us!

We are looking for an Outside Plant Specialist. In this role on our Operations Team, you will be responsible for inspecting outside plant built by our internal crews and contractors, testing outside plant prior to releasing it for sale, troubleshooting plant issues, responding to dig tickets, and assisting our technicians with complex installations.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and provide you with the tools and flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact.

What You'll Be Doing

Inspecting outside plant builds as they are in progress to ensure that build plans are being followed.

Inspecting outside plant when build is completed, document as-built changes, and work with the construction team if remediation is needed.

Partner with our OSP Engineering team to update plant maps to reflect as-builts.

Install fiber splitters within distribution cabinets.

Complete testing between MST's, cabinets, and the data center to ensure proper connectivity and light levels.

Troubleshoot plant issues through the use of ODTR's and other fiber troubleshooting equipment.

Assist install/repair technicians with complex customer installs/repairs by patching fiber, completing light readings and testing, etc.

Assist install/repair technicians with drop installations and replacements.

Mark Loop facilities as needed in the field when needed in response to tickets from the PA1CALL system.

Education and Qualifications

High school diploma required

Understanding and experience working with fiber optics 

Experience using network design and mapping tools such as Vetro, ArcGIS, 3-GIS, etc.

Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) regulations desired

Experience working on outside plant projects

Driver’s license with a clean driving record

Ability to pass a drug screen and background check

Knowledge of safety and civil regulations

Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment and reasoning skills to a variety of situations

Climbing ladders, working aloft, entering confined spaces to accomplish job tasks, and moving/lifting items generally not exceeding 60 lbs

Working evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needs of the business

Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills

Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and schedules

Must be able to work independently

Must be able to work in various weather conditions

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods

$25-$32 per hour based on experience

Comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, optional employee benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and to talk and hear, and lift 25 pounds or more. The associate must occasionally reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.