Fiber Optics Technician

Overview

Responsible for terminating and testing aerial and underground fiber optic systems, updating, and maintaining project tracking information such as production sheets, time sheets and customer required paperwork. Additional responsibilities include performing all aspects of the project in accordance with OSHA, Expanse Core Values, and customer requirements. The Fiber Technician will be responsible for prepping and splicing fiber optic cables. Deep knowledge of most fiber optic splice closures, OTDR testing, optical power meter and fiber identifier.

Responsibilities

• Prepping and fusion or mechanical splice SM and MM fiber optic cables, in both outdoor and indoor settings
• Construct proper splice cases pressurized and non-pressurized, using all types and sizes of cable, including but not limited to grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage, and sealing.
• Able to perform a mid-sheath ring cut splice on both loose tube buffer and ribbon fiber.
• Testing and troubleshooting fiber using an OTDR, optical power meter, tone meter, fiber identifier and scope.
• Provide the OSP Engineers with detailed reports of field splicing activity.
• Work flexible hours, after hours work which would include nights and weekends.
• On call rotation responding and restoring services for emergency calls, responsible for being on the job at short notice to repair damaged cables until service is restored.
• Review and interpret underground and aerial cable records in existing records, on maps or in the field.
• Must be able to create materials list based on plans/scope of work, order, and compile materials for crew in advance of deployment.
• Make precise recommendations for changes in running fiber optic cables or provide input into construction methodologies.
• May be asked to participate in engineering, permit, and construction processes.
• Perform all work as necessary to conform to quality control guidelines (includes compliance with requirements outlined in applicable regulations such as: OSHA, FCC, NESC and NEC, etc.; as well as following procedures as outlined in the Installation, Technical, Operations, and Safety Manuals, and Employee Handbook)
• Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Basic computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.

Additional Responsibilities (Secondary Functions)

• Fiber Splicing ‐ Preparing various types of fiber optic cables and tools for splicing, operating fiber optic test equipment, reading and understanding the test results for troubleshooting purposes.
• Customer Service ‐ Interaction with project owners, engineers and coordinating with customers and engineers for scope changes and communicating those changes to the Project Manager.
• Team Leader – Ability to assist in supporting a group to successfully complete an assigned task, share knowledge and experience with the team, mentor junior technicians.
• Reporting – Provide timely feedback of task status, changes, issued, concerns and results.
• Other – Serves as backup to other positions in the direction of management; and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of fiber splicing experience
• Working knowledge of a variety of splicing tools, equipment, and techniques
• FOA or ETA OSP Certification
• Safety-minded and follow safety regulations.
• Valid Driver’s License, Commercial Driver’s License
• Reliable transportation to travel when necessary.
• Willing to submit to pre-employment, random and for-cause drug testing.
• Ability to effectively and regularly converse and comprehend in English.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Grasp and manipulate various hand tools.
• Twist, bend, pull, push, reach, and stoop regularly.
• Standing up to 14 hours per day.

About Expanse Electrical Company

Expanse Electrical Company offers an Excellent Compensation Package that includes a competitive salary and enrollment into our comprehensive benefits package.

Expanse Electrical Company is a leader in professional services, specializing in oilfield electrical construction & maintenance; industrial electrical supplies (serving the oil & gas industries); natural gas pipeline automation; utility distribution & transmission lines; and power substations.