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Fiber Optic Technician

L5

lrc wirelessLake Charles, LAtoday

Occupations

Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line InstallersTelecommunications Line Installers and RepairersRadio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers

Industries

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation ContractorsWired Telecommunications CarriersFiber Optic Cable Manufacturing
Job Description
Position Summary: We are hiring a Fiber Optic & Structured Cabling Technician to handle all aspects of fiber and structured cabling for commercial and industrial projects — from installation and termination to fusion splicing, testing, and certification. You will work on everything from single drops to full multi-building campus systems, installed to BICSI and industry standards under the direction of our in-house RCDD and PMP.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Install, terminate, and test single-mode and multimode fiber optic cable in indoor and outdoor/OSP environments.
  • Perform fusion splicing and mechanical splicing; build and dress fiber enclosures, trays, and patch panels.
  • Install and terminate copper structured cabling (Cat5e/6/6A), including jacks, patch panels, and racks.
  • Test and certify fiber and copper links using OTDR, power meter/light source, and cable certifiers; interpret and document results.
  • Pull cable and install pathways, cable tray, conduit, J-hooks, innerduct, and support structures.
  • Read and work from blueprints, cut sheets, and site drawings; label and document per BICSI/TIA standards.
  • Dress, organize, and manage cabling in racks, IDFs/MDFs, and demarcation points for clean, standards-compliant installs.
  • Troubleshoot and repair faults in fiber and copper infrastructure; restore service efficiently.
  • Maintain accurate as-built documentation, test records, and material usage for each project.
  • Follow all OSHA safety practices and maintain a clean, organized, professional job site.
Required Qualifications:
  • 1+ years of experience in fiber optic and/or structured cabling installation.
  • Ability to terminate and test both fiber and copper; familiarity with fusion splicing.
  • Experience operating test equipment (OTDR, power meter, certifier) is preferred, or willingness to be trained.
  • Able to read blueprints, floor plans, and cabling documentation.
  • Comfortable with hand and power tools and working from ladders and lifts.
  • Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record; able to pass a background check and drug screen.
  • Reliable, safety-minded, and detail-oriented with strong documentation habits. Preferred / Bonus Qualifications
  • BICSI Installer 1 / Installer 2 (Copper or Optical Fiber) or FOA CFOT certification.
  • Experience with outside-plant (OSP) fiber, aerial/underground placement, and directional boring support.
  • OSHA 10/30 certification.
  • Familiarity with data-center or industrial cabling environments.
  • Experience terminating to TIA-568 standards and producing certified test reports (Fluke, EXFO, etc.). Physical Requirements & Work Environment
  • Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and work on ladders, lifts, and in elevated positions.
  • Comfortable working in ceilings, crawl spaces, trenches, outdoors, and varied weather conditions.
  • Local and occasional regional travel across Southwest Louisiana; occasional overtime for project deadlines.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience and certifications.
  • Health/benefits package, paid time off, and paid holidays.
  • Paid BICSI/FOA training and certification advancement, mentored by an in-house RCDD.
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance for field work (role-dependent).
  • Stable, established employer with 75+ years serving Southwest Louisiana.
Company Description: For more than 75 years, LRC Wireless (Louisiana Radio Communications) has been Southwest Louisiana's premier systems integrator, delivering Motorola two-way radio, structured cabling and fiber, video surveillance, access control, SCADA, and connected-building technology to commercial, industrial, and public-safety clients.
Company Description: For more than 75 years, LRC Wireless (Louisiana Radio Communications) has been Southwest Louisiana's premier systems integrator, delivering Motorola two-way radio, structured cabling and fiber, video surveillance, access control, SCADA, and connected-building technology to commercial, industrial, and public-safety clients.
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Level

SeniorL5

Location

Lake Charles, LA

Occupation

Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers

Industry

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors

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