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Client in Akron, Ohio has a remote contract opportunity available for a Fiber Networks Specialist. The Fiber Networks team is responsible for managing the design, construction, and maintenance of the client fiber network which provides mission critical support to the transmission companies and local electric distribution companies in the operation of the FirstEnergy electrical network. As a Fiber Networks Specialist, you will work with management, engineering and field personnel within IT and other departments and will work closely with a wide range of fiber contractors and sub-contractors on a daily basis for the installation of new fibers, planned and unplanned maintenance events, and more. Remote location cannot be in the states of California, Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Oregon or Washington at this time.
Job Responsibility:
Support and manage the Fiber Optic Network and projects
Follow established IT Operations and network processes
Championing safe work practices for employees and contractors in accordance with Corporate, OSHA and other industry practices
Work closely with other departments, contractors, and subcontractors to develop project requirements, costs and schedule
Develop business cases for new projects
Field site visits in support of projects, maintenance, or relocations (as necessary)
Design fiber solutions that are scalable, reliable, and cost effective
Ensure client and contractor documentation is complete and up to date
Coordinate fiber optic events within the Change Management process
Participate in meetings and team discussions in a professional and inclusive manner
Requirements:
Minimum of two (2) years of direct outside fiber experience
Worked within one of the following: Electric distribution or transmission industry, Fiber engineering or design contractor, Fiber installation or maintenance company, Cable service provider, General management of fiber networks
Knowledge of building fiber in the underground, in the distribution power space, and in the static position on transmission lines
Knowledge of ADSS and OPGW fiber cable
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Experience with drawing and document storage tools (AutoCAD, Visio, FileNet, etc.)
Knowledge of mapping programs used for documentation of fiber optic cable routes
Proven skills in utilizing construction drawings and documents
Demonstrated project management and/or coordination of various size projects
Familiarity with optical network transport technologies
Experience with managing right of way and permit issues
General knowledge of OSHA, NESC, and other standards required for installation of fiber in the power space
Understanding of underground locating requirements and services
Level 1 Requirements: Demonstrate a questioning attitude to learn, produce results, and develop relationships
Knowledge of basic research techniques
Desire to learn grow, work across client, and deliver results
Display analytical abilities, including problem solving and decision making
Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines
Basic communication skills: ability to work in a team environment
Time management skills
Minimum of two (2) years of direct outside fiber experience
Level 2 Requirements: All previous level requirements
Demonstrate growth in use of research techniques
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate understanding of applicable products and/or services
Understand best practices and techniques for addressing customer concerns
Demonstrate maturity to exercise independent judgment on basic projects and assignments
Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of direct outside fiber experience
Level 3 Requirements: All previous level requirements
Demonstrate a questioning attitude to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships
Excellent analytical abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
In-depth understanding of applicable products and/or services and of customer needs and expectations
Use best practices and techniques for addressing customer concerns
Exercise independent judgment on basic projects and assignments
Minimum of four (4) to seven (7) years of direct outside fiber experience