Fiber Characterization Technician - B-Side (Entry Level)

OverviewTitle Fiber Characterization Technician – B-Side (Entry Level)A Fiber Characterization (FC) Technician – (B-Side) will be experienced in all aspects of fiber optic testing and network troubleshooting. Responsible for OTDR, Power Meter & Laser Source (OLTS), OFI testing under the direction of the A-Side Technician. Provides continuous updates to the A-Side technician and Project Manager about milestones; arriving on site, completing work, departing a site, etc., which needs to be relayed to the customer. An FC Technician will be personally responsible for maintaining his/her respective certifications unless otherwise negotiated in an employment agreement.ResponsibilitiesManage all Test Equipment which has been assigned to him/her.Ensure that his/her test equipment is current on calibration.Writing and presenting reports to the A-Side technician and Project Manager on the conditions found at his/her location.Documenting all starts, breaks, and quitting time.Responsible for the accuracy of the test results taken from his/her location.Completes quality assurance procedures.Ensure the safety, quality, and efficiency of his/her actions.Interfaces with customer contacts on projects and work orders.Provides technical support for customer contacts and Technicians on request.Attends project planning and progress meetings with or without the customer contacts assigned.Understands, adheres to, and promotes the Environmental, Health & Safety policies of Telecommunication standards.Qualifications / RequirementsMust possess a valid US Driver's License.High school or equivalent. Vocational/Technical Business School desired.Think critically and problem solve.Handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.Good judgment.Organizational skills.Customer service skills.Must have color vision and good hearing.Proficient with Microsoft Office and Vendor Specific Software.Strong technical aptitude.Minimum of Master Fiber Optic Technician training (TC-MFOT) and/or 1 year experience.Must have demonstrated proficiency and profitability at OTDR testing and OLTS testing.Work RequirementsProficient use of all tools.Prolonged standing.Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.Carrying of loads up and down stairs.Reaching and/or grasping.Stopping, walking, kneeling, bending, crawling, and crouching.Carrying, pushing and/or pulling.Must work outdoors in all weather conditions.Finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination.Heavy physical effort (usually lifting/moving up to 70 pounds).Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions.Exposure to chemicals and solvents.Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards.Use of standard office equipment.General testing knowledge required. (Ex. Fiber Optics, OTDRs, Power Meters, Laser Sources, etc.)Financial ResponsibilityNoneDegree of AutonomyWorks under direction of Project Manager & Fiber Characterization Technician (A-Side).J-18808-Ljbffr