Fiber Foreman- Billings, MT (32883)

About the role

CEC Facilities Group is an innovative specialty services trade provider dedicated to employee career growth. We are expanding and seek passionate and motivated individuals to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Splice and test fiber optic cables in various environments (aerial, underground, indoor).
• Conduct and validate testing of network equipment to ensure adherence to requirements and manufacturer specifications.
• Work with the Network Operations Center for final acceptance and testing of newly installed equipment and rings.
• Perform site surveys to ensure quality installations of racks, fiber cables, etc.
• Label and tag equipment and cabling according to Network Engineering Diagrams.
• Assist with advanced analysis and troubleshooting of problems and assist customers.
• Participate in on-call rotation schedule for nights and weekends.
• Interface with customers and carriers for service delivery and assurance.
• Complete and maintain records of work completed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• 5+ years of experience in fiber optic networks or Outside Plant fiber experience.
• Prior experience with base station equipment, NMS, and fiber optic test equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of NESC, NEC, and OSHA standards preferred.
• Experience with ribbon and loose tube cables preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Excellent organizational/administrative skills.
• Solid written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer service skills with a strong problem-solving approach.
• Knowledge of fiber optics termination panels.
• Ability to work independently for extended periods.
• Ability to respond to customer troubles on 24-hour basis.
• Ability to work closely with Inspectors, Engineering, and customers.

Education, Responsibilities And Qualifications

Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of projects and smooth operation of department.

Other Education, Responsibilities And Qualifications

Education and experience as outlined above.

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Excellent organizational/administrative skills.
• Solid written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer service skills with a strong problem-solving approach.
• Knowledge of fiber optics termination panels.
• Ability to work independently for extended periods.
• Ability to respond to customer troubles on 24-hour basis.
• Ability to work closely with Inspectors, Engineering, and customers.

Physical Requirements

• Bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach overhead.
• Sit for long periods of time while driving.
• Lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Constantly move about on the feet.
• Climb ladders of all types.
• Complete full day assignments involving overhead work.
• Secure tools and materials from storage areas to complete assigned tasks.
• Possess good vision, normal or corrected.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Possess good hearing, normal or corrected.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest) at all times.
• Must be able to work 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required and night shifts, as needed.
• This position requires flexible work hours.
• In order to get a project completed on time, this position may be required to work overtime, weekends, and night shifts.
• Ability to work in the presence of customers and their representatives with little or no interference or disruption to the customer while maintaining a professional and courteous image.
• Ability to climb poles and work at heights up to and exceeding 30 feet.

Work Environment

• May work inside or outside.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, works in all-weather elements such as rain, heat, cold and snow.
• Exposure to noise, dust, dirt, grease, etc.
• Works on ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, in ditches and excavations.
• Works in and around single and multi-story buildings with all exposures typical of a heavy construction site, roadside construction, including portable sanitary facilities.
• Splicing work may be performed in a confined splice trailer or other available space.
• The work may often be performed near busy city, state or federal streets and highways.

Position Requires On Call Rotation Involvement

• Will be operating DOT registered vehicles.
• Must be in compliance with DOT regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CEC Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in our workforce. It is our policy to attract and retain the best-qualified people available, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a military veteran, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.