Fiber Testing Technician

Job Description

National Technologies (NTI) Summary:

National Technologies (NTI) is a premier turn-key provider of fiber optic and data center installation services. Whether it be learning the latest techniques in the field or working with vendors to maximize material performance, NTI is consistently on the leading edge of innovation in the Telecommunications field.

If being a part of a tight-knit organization that gets to operate in some of the most innovative environments around the world sounds like a dream job, then you should experience the culture at NTI! While providing the typical perks a large company offers, NTI remains true to its roots and at the core of our Company is a family-oriented business that treats our team as integral members of the organization and not just a number. The open door, collaborative nature of NTI allows for professional growth and cultivates the ideas to keep our Company moving into the future of the industry!

Fiber Testing Technician General Summary:

The primary responsibilities of the Technician-Fiber Optic Splicing is to support the termination and testing of fiber optic cables in both outdoor and indoor settings, maintain control of outside plant (OSP) activities surrounding the assigned work site(s), read and understand network splicing plans, and taking and maintaining accurate field notes.

Responsibilities:

Perform cable splicing/termination in accordance with industry standards.

Read and follow design engineers’ instructions and specifications, maintain the scope of work on the project and adhere to safety procedures.

Follow PM, Lead Tech and/or Supervisors instructions, maintain the scope of work on the project and adhere to safety procedures Prepare engineering field notes.

Interpret, splice diagrams, buried underground, and aerial telecom facilities in records, on maps and in the field and make recommendations for changes in fiber assignments.

Understand and adhere to customer timelines Serve as a corporate liaison to champion cultural change by encouraging critical corporate initiatives, a positive work environment, the enhancement of organizational morale all with the goal to drive operational efficiency.

Team player that coordinates and communicates fiber activities with other employees, departments, and management competencies.

Skills:

Knowledge of fiber optic cable splicing techniques including but not limited to single-fusion, mass-fusion and mechanical method Knowledge of fiber optic testing including but not limited to power meter, ORL, OTDR, CD and PMD.

Knowledge of fiber optic cable types, make-up of fiber optic cables, and manufacturer specifications to prevent damage of cables Knowledge of various manufacturers OSP and ISP splice enclosures and termination panels.

Knowledge of basic telecom outside plant construction practices and fiber network design.

Must be proficient with Exfo testing equipment (FTB-1 Pro) .

Must be able test using OTDR function in 1310, 1550, and 1625 (Real-time testing and full span testing) .

Must be able to use OLTS function in 1310, 1550, and 1625 .

Must be able to analyze data from OTDR traces and OLTS reports CD/PMD Testing preferred but not required Compiling results from raw data preferred but not required Sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl;

lift 75 lbs.; works in all weather conditions.

Education and Experience:

High School/GED

3-5 years of relevant job experience. Relevant job experience is described as job experience in a similar industry or job experience with similar essential duties.

Field of Study: Electronics, Telecommunications, Construction or Project Management.

Network Connex combines the expertise of four complementary divisions plus our subsidiary, National Technologies (NTI), to deliver a robust portfolio of end-to-end services for network infrastructure solution design, deployment, and implementation throughout the U.S. and beyond. By harnessing regional strengths and operational synergies, our teams deliver digital communications infrastructure services for fiber and wireless network service providers, data center operators, hyperscale cloud companies, MSOs, utilities, government entities, and Fortune 500 enterprises.

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Network Connex believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.