Field Support Engineer (Fiber)
Job Responsibilities
- Installing connectors (LC, SC, ST, etc.) and terminating fiber within Patch Panels, ODFs (Optical Distribution Frames), and Joint Boxes.
- Overseeing the laying of fiber via duct blowing, trenching (Outside Plant – OSP), or indoor cabling (Inside Plant – ISP) for FTTx or backbone projects.
- Installing optical splitters, media converters, and Optical Line Terminals (OLT).
- Using an Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) to characterize fiber links, measuring total length and identifying the location of splices, connectors, and macro-bends.
- Using digital fiber microscopes to inspect connector end-faces for scratches or contamination, following the IEC 61300-3-35 standard.
- Using a Visual Fault Locator (VFL) (red laser) to identify continuity issues or fiber breaks over short distances.
- Managing fiber congestion within data centers or hubs to ensure cables are neatly routed and not exceeding their minimum bend radius.
- Creating and updating “Splicing Matrices” or fiber-to-fiber mapping diagrams to ensure accurate records for future troubleshooting.
Qualifications
- Interested candidates should possess an HND / Bachelor`s Degree with 3 years experience.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@hooptelecoms.com using “Field Support Engineer (FIber)” as the subject of the mail.