Fiber Optic Network Specialist at Nicholas McKenzie

At Nicholas McKenzie, we're seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Network Specialist to join our team. With a strong background in fiber optic splicing and network construction, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality services to our clients.

We offer a competitive salary of $65,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, and vacation time (PTO). If you're passionate about fiber optic networks and are looking for a long-term career opportunity with a reputable company, we encourage you to apply.

The Fiber Optic Network Specialist will be responsible for constructing and upgrading fiber systems, terminating and splicing fiber optic cables, and installing distribution panels and relay racks. You'll work closely with our team to plan, organize, and coordinate projects, ensuring maximum operating efficiency and quality outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performs splicing of fiber optic cables, both fusion and mechanical, to include terminating various types of connectors.
• Constructs proper splicing in fiber enclosures and termination panels to include grounding, bonding, isolation, storage, and sealing in both aerial and underground applications.
• Plans and installs fiber distribution panels, relay racks, or cabinets with all associated hardware and electronics in a head-end or OTN site.
• Executes large fiber count ring cuts/hot cuts during scheduled maintenance windows with minimum downtime to the network or customer services.
• Performs fiber audits to identify physical characteristics of existing fiber plant from fiber matings, terminations, colors to splices and network elements while documenting and updating records.
• Performs testing utilizing OTDR's, Power Meter/Light Sources, OLTS, and VFLs; interprets and analyzes data; identifies and troubleshoots problems.
• Reads, creates, and maintains accurate splicing schematics, records, and diagrams.
• Performs aerial construction activities, including but not limited to, installing aerial fiber, installing fiber storage (snowshoes), completing pole transfers, and performing necessary clean-up work.
• Performs underground construction activities, including but not limited to, pulling cable/fiber through conduits, digging up and repairing damaged conduit and underground vaults or pedestals.
• Pulls various types of cables, including fiber, coax, and copper in conduit.
• Ensures company assets are properly and continuously maintained in excellent operating condition while secured in a safe manner.

In addition to your technical skills and experience, you'll need:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• A valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as needed
• Able to be on call for emergencies involving damaged cable
• Organized with a strong attention to detail