Field Service Manager - Splicing

FiberLight, LLC; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications sector is seeking a Field Service Manager - Splicing to oversee fiber optic splicing operations. This role includes managing a team of technicians, ensuring project completion, and maintaining network documentation. The successful candidate will have substantial experience in fiber optics, ideally with a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fiber optic splicing.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Current valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations related to fiber splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Plan and schedule fiber splicing projects.
• Maintain accurate records of splicing activities and project progress.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Coordination

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SiteTracker

GPS

OTDR

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Position Overview

The Field Service Manager - Splicing oversees all aspects of fiber optic splicing operations, including coordination, planning, and execution of projects. They ensure timely and accurate installation, maintenance, and repair of fiber optic cables, often leading a team of splicing technicians. This role also involves documentation, testing, and troubleshooting of fiber optic networks.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Overview

The Field Service Manager - Splicing oversees all aspects of fiber optic splicing operations, including coordination, planning, and execution of projects. They ensure timely and accurate installation, maintenance, and repair of fiber optic cables, often leading a team of splicing technicians. This role also involves documentation, testing, and troubleshooting of fiber optic networks.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead and manage fiber splicing activities and contractors
• Oversee daily operations related to fiber splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and repair
• Plan and schedule fiber splicing projects, ensuring timely and efficient completion
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field technicians to align with client and company objectives
• Maintain accurate records of fiber splicing activities, project progress, and inventory management
• Generate reports on project status, workforce productivity, and budgeting
• Utilize SiteTracker and other digital tools to document network infrastructure
  
  

Qualifications

• Education - Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field (preferred) or equivalent work experience
• Experience - Minimum 5 years of experience in fiber optic splicing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role
• Current valid driver’s license
  
  

Other Skills/Abilities

• Ability to understand mapping programs and key identifiers in a fiber optic network, read and utilize GPS units and record network positioning
• Ability to prepare, splice and test FOC via use of power meters / light source, OTDR and reporting requirements and fusion splice equipment
• Knowledge of “Call Before You Dig” rules and regulations as they apply to a network utility provider
• Knowledge of grounding principles in an underground utility network
• Knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations as they apply to locating and providing repair and maintenance within a fiber optic network

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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