Fiber Networks Specialist (Level IIII) Contract Length: 2-Year Assignment
Location: Remote (Candidates must reside within the Client service footprint)
Work Setup: Remote with occasional travel
Our client is a leading energy company committed to delivering reliable electric service through innovative infrastructure and technology solutions. The
Fiber Networks Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the design, construction, maintenance, and expansion of the client's fiber optic network, which provides mission-critical communications for transmission and distribution operations.
Fiber Networks Specialist Responsibilities - Support and manage the client's fiber optic network and related projects.
- Coordinate with IT, engineering, field personnel, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure successful project execution.
- Design scalable, reliable, and cost-effective fiber network solutions.
- Develop project requirements, schedules, budgets, and business cases.
- Champion safe work practices in compliance with company standards, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices.
- Conduct field site visits to support construction, maintenance, relocations, and project implementation as needed.
- Ensure network documentation, drawings, and records remain accurate and up to date.
- Coordinate planned and unplanned fiber optic events through the Change Management process.
- Participate in an on-call rotation and support network maintenance activities.
Fiber Networks Specialist Required Qualifications - Minimum of 2 years of direct outside fiber project management experience.
- Experience working within one or more of the following:
- Electric transmission or distribution industry
- Fiber engineering or design firms
- Fiber installation or maintenance organizations
- Cable service providers
- Knowledge of fiber network management and construction practices.
- Experience with underground fiber construction, distribution power space installations, and transmission line applications.
- Working knowledge of ADSS and OPGW fiber cable systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience utilizing construction drawings, technical documentation, and project records.
- Demonstrated project management, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of OSHA, NESC, and related industry standards.
- Familiarity with underground utility locating requirements and services.
Fiber Networks Specialist Preferred Qualifications - Experience with AutoCAD, Visio, FileNet, or similar drawing and document management tools.
- Knowledge of GIS or mapping applications used for fiber route documentation.
- Familiarity with optical transport and telecommunications network technologies.
- Experience managing right-of-way and permitting activities.
Fiber Networks Specialist Level Expectations Level I - Demonstrates a strong desire to learn, grow, and contribute.
- Develops foundational research, analytical, and communication skills.
- Delivers accurate work within established deadlines.
- Works effectively in a team environment.
- Requires 2+ years of direct outside fiber project management experience.
Level II - Builds upon Level I competencies with increased independence.
- Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Understands applicable products, services, and customer needs.
- Exercises sound judgment on routine projects and assignments.
- Requires 24 years of direct outside fiber project management experience.
Level III - Demonstrates advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Possesses excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Exercises independent judgment on projects and assignments.
- Maintains a strong understanding of customer expectations and industry best practices.
- Requires 47 years of direct outside fiber project management experience.
Additional Information The
Fiber Networks Specialist is expected to participate in meetings, project discussions, and cross-functional collaboration in a professional, inclusive, and safety-focused manner. Occasional travel within the client's service footprint will be required to support projects, maintenance activities, and stakeholder meetings.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
#tech
IND123
Never miss an opportunity! Create an alert based on the job you applied for.
