What are the responsibilities and job description for the RCI-FECP-8550 Fiber Networks Specialist position at Rangam?
Job Code : RCI-FECP-8550
Job Title: Fiber Networks Specialist
Location: Akron, OH, 44320 (REMOTE)
Duration: 24 Months, extension possible based on needs and performance
Job Description:
The role can be remote however, the candidate will need to be within the Client footprint since occasional travel may be needed for meetings and projects.
- As a Fiber Networks Specialist, you will work with management, engineering and field personnel within IT and other Client departments and will work closely with a wide range of fiber contractors and sub-contractors on a daily basis for the installation of new Client fibers, planned and unplanned maintenance events, and more.
Principal Tasks and Accountabilities
- Support and manage the Client Fiber Optic Network and projects.
- Follow established IT Operations and network processes.
- Championing safe work practices for Client employees and contractors in accordance with Corporate, OSHA and other industry practices.
- Work closely with other Client 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.
Will have 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.)
Fiber Networks Specialists are also expected to participate in meetings and team discussions in a professional and inclusive manner. Fiber Networks Specialist positions consist of Levels 1 through IV.
- 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.
