Darren Diggs

A Surveillance Technology Technician is responsible for ensuring the surveillance system is operational, from cameras to network infrastructure, and plays a key role in both installation and ongoing maintenance of security technologies in critical facilities. They work with both the physical hardware (cameras, cables, and computers) and network configuration (IP addresses, access control) to maintain security across the organization.

A Main Line Fiber Splicing Technician specializes in splicing and maintaining the main fiber optic cables that form the backbone of telecommunications networks. These technicians work on high-capacity fiber optic lines that connect central offices, distribution points, or other major infrastructure elements. In this job being able to troubleshoot and fix issues within a particular time frame is very crucial to the company. You need skills like being a hard worker, patience, and being able to quickly learn on the go when it comes to most of the work in this particular field. Overtime work, call outs, and midnight jobs are required for this job.

An OSP technician is a professional responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of network infrastructure that is located outside of a building or data center. This form of technician is required to run wires in attics, down walls, and around the houses or buildings of customers that are being provided with the services of the company. OSP techs are required to work up cable in pedestals and hand holes with special tools and equipment, making sure the services reach the customers residence and are complete with speeds and qualifications that are up to standard for the job. Being able to troubleshoot problems with service is an every day skill required in this field.

A Fiber Optic Installer is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fiber optic cables in residential homes to provide internet and telecommunications services. You must be able to efficiently run cable in attics, down walls, and around the outside of houses and buildings. You must be able to splice fiber in varying weather conditions, and must be able to use the tools required for the task at hand.