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Fiber Characterization TechnicianADEX Corporation • Atlanta, GA
Fiber Characterization Technician

Fiber Characterization Technician

ADEX Corporation • Atlanta, GA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Summary:

A Fiber Characterization (FC) Technician will be experienced in all aspects of fiber optic testing and network troubleshooting. Responsible for all aspects of the field-testing process under the direction of a Technical Lead. Provides continuous updates to the TL & Project Manager about milestones; arriving on site, completing work, departing a site, etc., plus progress on the overall project and information which needs to be relayed to the customer. An FC Technician will be personally responsible for maintaining his/her respective certifications and test tools.

Major Responsibilities / Duties

  • Manage all Test Equipment which has been assigned to the project.
  • Ensure that all assigned test equipment is current on calibration.
  • Writing and presenting daily reports to the TL for customers’ reference.
  • Assigning specific tasks to subordinates (B-side technician) and monitoring their work ethics for efficiency, quality, and safety.
  • Supervise all starts, breaks, and quitting time.
  • Responsible for the accuracy in the test results of each technician by verifying data from opposite end before leaving the site.
  • Must coordinate the timing and procedures of testing with B side.
  • Perform testing within the customer’s approved window.
  • Responsible for the accuracy of all the final paperwork required and turned over to the customer in a timely manner.
  • Completes quality assurance procedure and check the final reports for errors.
  • Ensure the safety, quality, and efficiencies of our crew.
  • 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.







Position Qualifications / Requirements
  • Must 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 years telecommunications training and/or experience.
  • Must have demonstrated proficiency and profitability at Fiber Characterization Technician (A & B) sides.
Work Requirements
  • Proficient use of all tools. Exfo OTDR, iOLM Power meter Fiber scope FastReporter Launch reels Fiber cleaning tools
  • Use of Microsoft Office.
  • General testing knowledge required. (Ex. Fibers, COWAN, BTAS, etc.)
  • Good understanding of Exfo OTDR use A & B sides
  • Good understanding of Chromatic Dispersion, Polarization Mode Dispersion, and ORL.
  • EXFO Platforms FTB-, FTB-, FTB-, FTB- (or later chassis)
  • USB flash drive
  • Fiber cleaning system (, wet clean, Cletop, one-click, etc.)
  • Must be able to adhere to a strict schedule and timelines.
  • Must be able to interface and communicate directly with the local customer to ensure site access.
  • Prolonged standing/sitting
  • Climbing of stairs, ladders.
  • Carrying of loads up and down stairs.
  • Reaching and/or grasping.
  • Stopping, walking, kneeling, bending, crawling, and crouching.
  • Carrying, pushing and/or pulling.
  • Finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
  • Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards.

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