Apprentice Fiber Optic Technician
Duck River Electric Membership Corporation, Sunrise Beach, MO, United States
Apprentice Fiber Optic Technician
Full-Time
Tipton OR Sunrise Beach MO
Why You'll Love Working Here
Pension plan
- 100% company-funded. No employee contribution required
401(k) with company match
- Because your future matters.
Health & Wellness
- We cover
83%
of medical premiums and offer several ancillary benefits to help you stay your best.
Paid Time Off
- Take the well‑earned breaks you deserve; rested techs make better splices.
Supportive Team Culture
- Work with people who respect your craft, value your expertise, and celebrate your wins.
What You'll Do
You’ll train alongside experienced fiber technicians while learning everything it takes to build and maintain a reliable fiber‑to‑the‑home (FTTH) network. No experience? No problem— we’ll teach you.
Your day may include:
Constructing aerial and underground fiber systems
Learning fiber splicing (fusion and mechanical)
Troubleshooting fiber using OTDRs and light meters
Operating equipment like bucket trucks, drop plows, and lashers
Completing job documentation using company‑provided tools
Supporting quality control and installation projects
What’s Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Willingness to obtain a CDL (no "L" restriction) within 6 months
Ability to meet DOT & OSHA requirements
Strong commitment to safety—this is a safety‑sensitive role
Ability to learn pole climbing (company certification within 2 years)
Must live within 35 minutes of your assigned office within 6 months.
Big Plus If You Have
Utility construction experience (aerial and/or underground)
Technical or trade school background
Strong teamwork and communication skills
A desire to learn, grow, and advance
Apply today if this position matches your skills, abilities and interests.
This job posting will close on May 15, 2026.
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Full-Time
Tipton OR Sunrise Beach MO
Why You'll Love Working Here
Pension plan
- 100% company-funded. No employee contribution required
401(k) with company match
- Because your future matters.
Health & Wellness
- We cover
83%
of medical premiums and offer several ancillary benefits to help you stay your best.
Paid Time Off
- Take the well‑earned breaks you deserve; rested techs make better splices.
Supportive Team Culture
- Work with people who respect your craft, value your expertise, and celebrate your wins.
What You'll Do
You’ll train alongside experienced fiber technicians while learning everything it takes to build and maintain a reliable fiber‑to‑the‑home (FTTH) network. No experience? No problem— we’ll teach you.
Your day may include:
Constructing aerial and underground fiber systems
Learning fiber splicing (fusion and mechanical)
Troubleshooting fiber using OTDRs and light meters
Operating equipment like bucket trucks, drop plows, and lashers
Completing job documentation using company‑provided tools
Supporting quality control and installation projects
What’s Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Willingness to obtain a CDL (no "L" restriction) within 6 months
Ability to meet DOT & OSHA requirements
Strong commitment to safety—this is a safety‑sensitive role
Ability to learn pole climbing (company certification within 2 years)
Must live within 35 minutes of your assigned office within 6 months.
Big Plus If You Have
Utility construction experience (aerial and/or underground)
Technical or trade school background
Strong teamwork and communication skills
A desire to learn, grow, and advance
Apply today if this position matches your skills, abilities and interests.
This job posting will close on May 15, 2026.
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