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Fiber Optic Technician

Precision Contracting Services, Inc.
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Fiber Optic Technician 

Job description

Company Overview

  • Precision Contracting Services (PCS) is a customized integrated networking and fiber optic solutions company headquartered in Jupiter.
  • PCS conducts business in the South Eastern United States and selectively throughout the US.
  • Since our inception in 1990, PCS has completed thousands of fiber optic projects ranging from private Optical LANs to city wide infrastructure design, build, and documentation.
  • PCS services include mapping networks, design & build, site assessments, equipment installation, project management, engineering support and comprehensive training programs that meet the needs of designers, installers and end users of fiber optic networks.
  • PCS also focuses on intelligent transportation systems (ITS), telecommunications, PON, CATV, security and CCTV, local and wide area networks (LAN & WAN), and power utility automation control (SCADA).
  • PCS has major corporate and engineering offices in .

Job Title

  • Fiber Optic Technician
  • CDL Drivers Highly Encouraged to Apply

Job Type

  • Full-Time

Compensation

  • $22-25 per hour, DOE

Locations

  • Jupiter, Orlando, Tampa, Vero Beach, Jacksonville , Coconut Creek Florida as well as Fayetteville, North Carolina and Addison, Texas
  • May involve traveling and overnight stays to other parts of the US

Job Summary

  • Fiber Optics Technician is responsible for the installation of new cable lines, both underground and on utility poles, and also performs maintenance on existing cables, including evaluation tests and repair. The Technician will prep and work on fiber optic cables, locate problem areas and perform other repairs as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities·

  • Review Plans and Specifications with Area Manager prior to assignment of Technicians to a project.
  • Determine the best suited employee for each project on a project by project basis· Maintain all splice and test equipment, track calibration dates.
  • Report any/all equipment problems to the Equipment Manager.
  • Make Area Manager aware of material needs, especially consumables( ie. kimwipes, heat shrinks, alcohol, QBE ElectroWash). Area Manager should be tracking project materials.
  • Daily reports and timesheets…ensure that all Technicians are submitting PCS required paperwork each day, ensure that data report is accurate.
  • Equipment inspections: All equipment is to be inspected weekly and reports are submitted to the Equipment Manager.
  • Train and assist Technicians with tasks and/or new skills and equipment---follow-up.
  • All Personnel Concerns are to be brought to the attention of Company President immediately.
  • Update the Area Manager with project status each day so scheduling can be adjusted based on progress.
  • Evaluation of employees under direction of the lead technician in Coordination with Area Manager and Company President.
  • Assist Engineering Department with GPS locates.
  • Attend Project Meetings at the start of a project and when Technical issues arise·
  • Cable Installation:Must have a clear understanding and be able to install cable in aerial, underground, and inside plant environments. Must have an understanding of the operation of bucket truck, lasher, blower and tugger-including slack requirements for cable. Must be capable of reading and comprehendingproject plans and specifications and the ability to apply this understanding in the field.·
  • Cable Management:Slack and proper routing, dressing cable in cabinet, vaults, manholes, pullboxes, Telecommunication Rooms, hubs, and any/all accessible points· *
  • Prepping cable: Proper management in splice enclosures, termination cabinets to allow for Re-entry for maintenance through the life of the cable plant. Prep for proper length of fiber for fan-out kits if applicable*

Fan-outs:

  • Spider Fanouts:follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for fiber length. Ensure that the nut is feed onto the cable FIRST, select proper bushing size, feed onto cable, insert flat washer, proper sheath clamp size, and then fiber body(placing fiber ring on body first) and center member clamps. Determine the number of fan-outs….and install blanks in unused ports. Clean fibers to ensure movement through the fan-out tubing. Once fibers are fed through, snap fan-out assembly into the fiber body, place shell and screw on. LABEL all fibers….with both buffer tube and individual fiber COLORS AND/OR NUMBERS. Proper installation of fan-out to ensure attenuation is not added unnecessarily.*
  • Buffer Tube Fanouts: follow manufacturer’s recommendation for fiber length as well as method of securing the “block”(or fan-out insert plug) into the housing. Ensure correct length of buffer tube to protect the individual fibers in the housing, meaning the buffer tube should continue past the 2nd crimp. In a buffer tube fan-out the crimps to be done with needle nose pliers, the buffer tube should not move when 5lbs of force is applied; this should leave a space between the crimps. Clean fibers to ensure movement through the fan-out tubing. Ensure the correct fiber color is fed into the correct slot, ie they are to be the same color. If project specifications require install weatherproofing epoxy prior to closing the housing, fill only ¾ full so the housing can be closed(if manufacturer recommendation is followed epoxy will overflow). LABEL all fibers….with both buffer tube and individual fiber COLORS AND/OR NUMBERS.

Connectors: All types. Follow manufacturer’s recommendation for the installation of each individual type of connector. Keep in mind cleanliness. Connector end faces is to be cleaned with Cle-top or QBE Electro Wash rather than alcohol. Technicians PCS utilizes the following connector types: 3M Hot Melt, Corning Unicam, Anaerobic, and Heat Cure Connectors.·

Installation of FO termination cabinets and FO splice enclosures (aerial or underground):

  • FO Termination Cabinets:Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for prep length, proper securing of strength member and Kevlar, grounding if applicable.**

*

  • Labeling:Labelall fibers at the back of the cabinet and the faceplate on the front, ensure that they are installed in correct order(color/number)-utilize Brady and/or P-touch label makers for all labeling-DO NOT label by HAND. Proper dressing and routing of the fiber in the back of the cabinet. ENSURE that couplers and connectors are both fully seated. Check connector end-faces with the Fiber Optic Probe/OTDR. IF using Factory pre-term connector modules, ensure that the fiber is properly dressed in the cabinet and that the end-faces are clean and properly seated.*
  • FO Splice Enclosures: Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for prep length, proper securing of strength member and Kevlar, grounding if applicable. Proper entry and installation of cable sheath size grommets, heat shrink assembly, proper waterproofing. Labeling. When splicing is complete splice enclosures are to be properly sealed and tested by manufacturer’s procedure.*

SPLICING:

  • PCS UTILIZES CORNING FUSION SPLICERS: M-90, X-77, I-LID, AND OPTI-SPLICE LID FUSION SLICERS. LEAD TECHNICIAN MUST BE FAMILIAR WTH EACH SPLICER AND BE ABLE TO ASSIST TECHNICIANS IN THE OPERATION OF ANY/ALL OF THESE UNITS.

SPLICER/CLEAVER MAINTENANCE:

  • SPLICER/CLEAVER CLEANING TO BE DONE AT LEAST ONCE A DAY…MORE OFTEN IF ENVIRONMENT WARRANTS. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF FUSION SPLICERS AND CLEAVERS:MAINTAIN CLEAN WORK AREA WITHOUT THE PRESENCE OF FOOD OR DRINKS. USING A SOFT BRISTLE BRUSH REMOVE DEBRIS FROM FRAME. OPEN SPLICE LID FLAPS, REMOVE ELECTRODES, PLACE ON KIM-WIPE. REMOVE V-GROOVES, PLACE ON KIM-WIPE. MAINTAIN A SQUEEZE BOTTLE WITH A 50/50 SOLUTION OF WINDEX AND DISTILLED WATER….USE THAT MIXTURE WITH A COTTON SWAB TO CLEAN CAMERA LENSES(ALLOW TO AIR DRY) AND LED’S ON LID FLAPS. DO NOT USE COMPRESSED AIR.CLEAN V-GROOVES WITH V-GROOVE CLEANER(PLASTIC TOOL FROM SPLICER TOOL KIT) AND ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL. REMOVE CHAMIS FROM SPLICER TOOL KIT-USE THIS TO CLEAN CAMERA LENSES, REPLACE ELECTRODES (P&D ELECTRODES ARE NOT TO BE CLEANED) AND V-GROOVES. RUN THROUGH SET UP PROGRAM AND CLEAN ELECTRODES(SPLICER WILL CLEAN ELECTRODES) AND RE-SET COUNTER.

CLEANING CLEAVER:

  • USING A SOFT BRISTLE BRUSH REMOVE DEBRIS FROM CHASSIS. USING THE 50/50 WINDEX/WATER SOLUTION WET AN OLD BUSINESS CARD STRIP AND PLACE UNDER PAD CLOSE HALF-WAY AND WITHDRAWL, USE NEW STRIP AND REPEAT 2-3x ON EACH SIDE. USING A COTTON SWAB, CLEAN THE DIAMOND BLADE AND STRIKING PLATE. NEVER USE ANYTHING OTHER THAN A COTTON SWAB…..NO METAL,ALLOW TO AIR DRY

FUSION SPLICING:

  • Preparing, analyzing and reading FO splice diagrams-must also be able to determine continuity on a system/project. Must be capable of reading and comprehendingproject plans and specifications and the ability to apply this understanding in the field. Must have the ability to explain same to the TECHNICIANS working under your direction.
  • Follow manufacturer’s set-up procedures for the fusion splicer. If the splicer has recently returned from Service at Corning or any other service location ensure that all settings are correct for your environment…including altitude and burn time.
  • Take buffer tubes in the splice enclosure or fiber optic termination panel. Simulate their placement in the tray to determine proper lacing of fibers in the tray….cut fiber as needed to ensure the fibers will lay properly in the trays.
  • Bring all buffer tubes into the tray on the SAME END of the tray, this will aid in putting the trays away and will minimize bend radius.
  • Label buffer tubes and fibers inside the splice tray.
  • Select proper V-grooves for the size of fiber(250um or 900 um).
  • Add Heat Shrink…..to all fibers in the buffer tube(to ensure you don’t leave one off).
  • Strip and clean fiber with alcohol/kim wipe.
  • Cleave to proper length….this determined by the splicer itself.
  • Splice must be below .03dB or be re-spliced to help ensure meeting specifications when testing with an OTDR.
  • Heat shrink is placed in the oven.
  • Remove from oven when done.
  • Place splices in the tray in COLOR CODE ORDER

TESTING

  • LOSS BUDGET CALCULATION: Using Project Specifications calculate the loss budget for each fiber. You will need to know the length of the cable plant to be tested, the specifications for loss on the cable, connectors, and fusion splices for EACH project. If you are OTDR testing you will also need the Index of Refraction (IOR) for the cable you are testing-this information comes from the manufacturer.
  • Must be knowledgeable in the operation of Light Source/Power Meter: including referencing, labeling, and saving the data. Labeling must be consistent so bi-directional averaging can be done electronically.
  • Must have a clear understanding of the OTDR, both operation and evaluation of information received.
  • OTDR-must be able to read traces and determine whether specifications have been met both overall and per event(connector or splice), determine if events appear where there should not be any in your cable plant.

TROUBLESHOOTING

  • Must be able to determine why a system is not operational-and solve the problem.

ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS:

  • Installation & integration of FO Modems, Ethernet switches, routers, repeaters, IP addresses.
  • Installation and integration of CCTV equipment and electronic equipment.
  • Network troubleshooting: must be done in a systematic manner. Be careful not to shot lasers into active equipment receivers.
  • Other Duties as may be assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

  • The characteristics required to fill this position is of a self-starter that is task oriented, logical, detail oriented person with excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to interface and communicate with customers clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to work in all types of terrain and hazards (grass, gravel, ditches, etc.), all types of environments (construction sites, highways, industrial, private property, etc.) and all types of weather conditions.
  • Must be able to lift 85lbs with the help of another, climb ladders, work with heights up to 30 ft., and in tight or enclosed spaces.
  • Must be available for evening work on occasion.
  • The work can take place on new construction sites or existing occupied facilities and may include carrying and moving parts and equipment.
  • Accurately and consistently wear safety gear, and operate safety equipment, provided.
  • Some computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Job Requires travel throughout the South East United States. PCS requires men to room 2 to a room when traveling in Company provided hotels/short term lodging.
  • Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license, a clean record and be insurable with our auto insurance carrier during course of employment.
  • CDL drivers are a plus.

Education & Certifications

  • High school diploma and two (2) years of appropriate experience. Appropriate college work or vocational or technical training program in electronics or communications may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Other recognized certifications that would be a plus would include BICSI, IMSA, ETA, Fiber Optic Association, Maintenance of Traffic, Forklift, OSHA and CPR.

Benefits

  • 401K Plan, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account (HAS) Insurance Plans, Dental, Vision, Life, STD / LTD, Supllemental and Dependent Life Insurance, AFLAC, Paid Vacation & Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

  • Precision Contracting Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or Veteran status. Females are encouraged to apply. e-Verify will be used to confirm authorization to work in the US. Drug-free work place, License # ES0000245

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 55 per week

Benefits:

 

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

 

Compensation Package:

 

  • Overtime pay

 

Schedule:

 

  • 8 hour shift
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

 

Ability to Relocate to one of our office locations

 

Work Location: In person