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Since Stratus Networks’ inception in 1999, our mission has been to offer single-source business communications services including internet, data, voice, and cloud with faster connections, greater reliability, and the best support in the industry.
Stratus Networks wholly owns and operates a fiber backbone, built from the ground up, that ranges thousands of miles throughout Illinois. Additionally, we have established long-term relationships and interconnection agreements with carriers big and small throughout the entire country — as well as with several world-wide carriers — allowing our clients to connect seamlessly locally, nationally and internationally.
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Fiber Splicer Technician
Fiber Splicer Technician
Work Location: Central Illinois
Pay: $22.00 - $40.00 per hour (Based on experience)
About Stratus Networks:
For 20+ years, Stratus Networks has been designing and implementing elegant communication solutions to fit the dynamic needs of our customers. We serve a broad and diverse scope of businesses and industries with a focus on exceeding expectations and building our impeccable reputation on the satisfaction of our loyal customers. We take pride in delivering superior quality at competitive prices, which requires employing smart, resourceful people with positive, goal-oriented drive.
About the Role:
Stratus Construction is currently hiring experienced Splicers for Peoria and Rockford, IL. As a Fiber Splicing Technician, you will play a crucial role in our network deployment, maintenance, and emergency repair. Your primary responsibility will be to perform fiber optic splicing and testing for new and existing customers and to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our network infrastructure.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to splice fiber optic cables loose tube/ribbon and how to place a mid-sheath splice.
- Able to test/troubleshoot fiber using OTDR.
- Ability to access manholes, and hand holes.
- Use ladders to access various installation and construction points as required.
- Ensure proper safety techniques and incident reporting procedures are followed.
- Able to construct proper splice including but not limited to grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage and sealing.
- Ability to perform work in accordance with TIA, RUS, and customer specific standards.
- Comfortable entering, maintaining and exiting existing splice enclosures.
- Knowledge of the installation of fiber optic cables in new and existing conduits.
- Ability to terminate, test, troubleshoot, and maintain fiber optic networks.
- Must have good attention to detail regarding setting up splice locations, termination points, and general live fiber optic construction.
- Other duties as required.
- Must be able to work overtime and on call schedule
- Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Experience and Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- One year of fiber splicing experience preferred.
- Ability to read and follow engineering design maps.
- Must have intermediate MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
- Ability to drive for results completing assignments timely and accurately.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
- Comfortable working with a team or alone.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen, criminal background check.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift or 10-hour shift
- On call
- Overtime
- 24/7 Emergency, Weekends or Holidays as needed
Underground Construction Laborer
Underground Construction/Laborer Class
Stratus Construction is looking for laborers and candidates preferably with Class A CDL to perform a variety of duties. We are looking for talent from experienced to trainable.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Hand digging and Manual Laboring
- Vault/HH placement
- Directing traffic
- Use all required personal protective equipment
- Safely operate company vehicle
- Employees must be able to work outside in all weather conditions
- Lift up to 75 lbs.
- Pass a drug screen, Clean MVR, and background check
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
- Operation of Hydro Excavator Vac Truck
- Direction Drill Operator/Directional Drill Locator
- Haul Equipment
- Potholing utilities
Job Type: Full-time:
Pay: From $19.00-$24.00 per hour depending on experience
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10-hour shift
- Monday to Thursday
- On call
- Overtime
- 24/7 Emergency and Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: East Peoria
Utility Locator
Utility Locator
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Job description:
Stratus Construction is currently hiring experienced Locators. Our technicians spend their workdays on the go, independently working in the field using their company-provided vehicle. You will utilize our ticket management systems to ensure clear and complete mark-out services for the excavator or property owner at the work site.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground telecommunications.
- Thoroughly search for underground utilities in a designated area, accurately marking the location and completing the necessary documentation for each locate.
- Must be computer proficient
- Positive, can-do attitude
- Willingness and desire to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and quality results
- Possess good time management skills
- Able to walk up to 5 miles a day in all weather conditions
- Willing to train and accept feedback according to Stratus procedures
- Understanding of basic bonding and grounding
- Operate different electronic detection equipment, and Ground Penetrating Radar to locate and mark underground utilities within set accuracy limits
- Use a shovel to expose buried utilities when necessary
- Able to use all required personal protective equipment/Safely operate company vehicle
- Previous experience is a plus
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- 24/7 Emergency and Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: Rockford
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
Experience:
- Telecommunication: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Email Stratus Networks HR Manager with questions or to submit your resume: hr@stratusnet.com
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Since 1999, Stratus Networks has been delivering fast, reliable, and secure internet, data, cloud, and voice solutions. Our dedicated fiber-optic network is built exclusively for businesses, ensuring superior communication and performance so you can stay connected with confidence.