Foreman - OSP Data Center

About the role

Network Connex is seeking a Foreman to lead a team, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to customer quality standards while performing advanced fiber optic splicing and testing tasks. This is a traveling position and combines leadership, project management, and technical expertise in fiber optic infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project safety, quality, schedule, and cost compliance with company/client standards
• Lead 2–3 crew members, optimizing skills and equipment use
• Act as primary liaison between Project Manager and crew
• Interpret customer prints to plan tasks and schedule work
• Hold daily pre-work meetings to align on goals and safety
• Verify construction and splicing work meets standards
• Complete phase-specific closeout documentation
• Document job progress with photos
• Maintain company equipment (vehicles, trailers, test tools)
• Perform precise fusion and mid-sheath splicing on high-count fiber cables (864ct, 1728ct, 3456ct)
• Conduct live fiber splicing during maintenance windows to minimize disruptions
• Install fiber optic cables in various environments (underground, aerial, indoor)
• Execute OTDR/OLTS testing to assess cable performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve live network fiber issues
• Produce FastReporter reports for test and splicing documentation
• Operate Fujikura splicers and EXFO testers for low-loss splices and diagnostics
• Pull fiber cables through conduits/ducts for installations
• Support cabinet bolting and basket tray installation (preferred)
• Safely operate scissor lifts for elevated work (preferred)
• Maintain a clean workspace and follow proper handling procedures for fiber optic materials and equipment
• Comply with OSHA and Network Connex safety standards

Work Schedule and Environment

• Work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions, adapting to project requirements
• Perform tasks during daytime and occasional nighttime maintenance windows as required by client schedules
• Stand for extended periods (8–10 hours per day) and perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds

Experience and Education

• 5+ years of experience in the telecommunications industry with related experience in construction and tower work
• 2–3 years of verifiable experience splicing and testing fiber optic cables for dark fiber providers (e.g., Zayo), meeting stringent quality and performance standards
• 3+ years of hands-on experience using Fujikura fusion splicing machines for high-count fiber splicing (864ct, 1728ct, 3456ct)
• 3+ years of experience performing OTDR and OLTS testing with EXFO testing equipment
• 2+ years of experience producing Fast Reporter reports for network documentation

Qualifications, Competencies, and Skills

• Proven ability to perform mid-sheath (ring-cut) splicing and live fiber network splicing with minimal service disruption
• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving issues on live/active network fiber
• Familiarity with cable pulling, cabinet bolting, basket tray installation, and scissor lift operation (preferred)
• Strong written and oral communication skills for effective team and client interactions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) for documentation and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic
• Ability to pass a clean background check and drug screen
• Valid driver’s license required
• Fluency in English for effective communication
• Certification in fiber optic splicing or testing (e.g., FOA CFOT, BICSI, or equivalent) preferred
• Prior experience with major telecommunications carriers or dark fiber providers beyond Zayo preferred
• Familiarity with additional fiber optic testing tools or software beyond EXFO and FastReporter preferred