Telecom Fiber Optics Instructor & Field Trainer

Vectrus, Inc; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X, Inc. in Huntington Beach, CA, seeks an experienced Telecom Instructor to train technicians in fiber optics and copper cabling, delivering both theory and hands-on labs.

Responsibilities include curriculum delivery, safety compliance, and collaboration with coordinators to align training with workforce needs. Travel may be required to satellite locations, and 40–50% of duties involve on-site instruction and supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of fiber optics installation, splicing, and testing.
• Proficient with OTDR, fiber power meters, VFL, OLTS.
• Ability to safely climb poles up to 18 ft and use 24–28 ft ladders.
• Strong communication and instructional skills.
• Experience with copper installation and repair.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instruction of assigned curriculum using a variety of teaching methods (Virtual, Instructor – Led).
• Provide classroom and hands-on lab instruction in Fiber Optic theory, cable preparation, splicing, termination, and testing.
• Provide classroom and hands-on lab instruction in Basic Copper theory, cable preparation, splicing, termination, and testing.
• Provide classroom and hands-on lab instruction in Pole Climbing and Ladder Safety with a fall-arrest system.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during all instructional activities
• Establish and maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
• Collaborate with program coordinators and advisory committees to align training with workforce needs
• Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, assessments, and progress reports
• Must know, or acquaint themselves with curriculum, rules, regulations, and standards for safe operation of training topics
• Maintain facilities, equipment and learning materials
• Supports course development by providing subject matter expertise for assigned products

Skills

Fiber optics

Splicing

Testing

Copper tech

Pole climbing

Ladder safety

Safety training

Communication

Instructional skills

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Five years of relevant work experience

Tools

OTDR

Fiber Power Meter

VFL

OLTS

JDSU

VIAVI

Sidekick

Job description

V2X, Inc. in Huntington Beach, CA, seeks an experienced Telecom Instructor to train technicians in fiber optics and copper cabling, delivering both theory and hands-on labs.

Responsibilities include curriculum delivery, safety compliance, and collaboration with coordinators to align training with workforce needs. Travel may be required to satellite locations, and 40–50% of duties involve on-site instruction and supervision.