Lead Fiber Tech

Description

• Build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g. terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).
• Calculate end to end loss budgets in accordance with TIA/EIA standards for multimode & single-mode fiber
• Terminate indoor tight buffered multimode and single-mode fiber
• Perform mechanical splicing with all types of fiber cable
• Perform building entrance splices, maintenance space, and direct buried splices
• Perform testing: continuity test horizontal and riser cable; use of volt-ohmmeter; troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable; use a tone set.
• Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Terminate & breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. Corning/Commscope)
• Perform fusion splicing with all types of fiber cable
• Install a work area outlet for floor, modular furniture and wall (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks. Mount face plates and surface mount boxes correctly. Adhere to IES COMMERCIAL labeling standards).
• Install fan out kits including buffer tube
• Troubleshoot using an OTDR to identify and correct problems end to end, and Network wide
• Terminate & breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. 3DNX)
• Install LC, SC, ST, FC, FDDI, SMA and MPO/MTP connectors, for both multi-mode & single-mode fiber
• Terminate simplex & duplex jumper cord

Requirements

• Must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• Test using an OTDR, Fluke DTX 180
• Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Prefer Mechanical and Fusion Splice experience
• Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX.
• Prefer Industry Certifications (Corning/FOA)
• Must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• Must possess proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
• Prefer 3-5 years of experience in Fiber
• Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Basic copper termination skills
• Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools.
• Fully complete all IES paperwork accurately and on time specifically: timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, Job Blog, tool transfers and others as required
• Must be able to meet IES driving standards policy
• Must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Prefer Data Center installation experience
• Prefer OSP / Confined Space Entry experience (splicing)
• Must have Testing & Troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems experience (OTDR & PMLS)
• Must be proficient at terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems (Unicam, anaerobic, heat-cure)

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance