Sr Fiber Optic Technician

Function:

• The Senior Fiber Optic Technician will operate fiber optic splicers, cleavers, strippers, and test equipment as well as more advanced test equipment.

Scope:

• Assemble parts in accordance with mechanical assembly drawings to ensure proper functionality.
• Develop and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to produce quality parts for fiber optic systems.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Will work directly with Fiber Optic Assemblers during builds to ensure that the product conforms to drawing and/or product specifications.
• Develop and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to produce quality parts for fiber optic systems.
• Assemble parts in accordance with mechanical assembly drawings to ensure proper functionality.
• Properly document all work and tests performed.
• Assist in training assemblers and technicians in how to perform their job duties.
• Characterize fiber optic components to ensure test data accuracy.
• Develop data sheets for test data collection.
• Locate faulty components in a fiber optic system.
• Set up and perform engineering tests using complex test equipment, i.e., pressure tank, monitoring equipment.
• Have attention to detail regarding setting up splice locations, termination points, and general       fiber optic construction.
• Assist training technicians on advanced equipment/duties.
• Ability to navigate through SharePoint and other computer-based databases.
• Develop/follow test procedures for testing new optical and mechanical products.
• Use telemetry drawings to produce data sheets for product data collection.
• Troubleshooting a failure after product testing.
• Presenting data collected to engineering/ management.
• Read and understand complete telemetry.

Supervision:

• Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Taken: This position takes direction from departmental management (Lead/Supervisor/Manager.)

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Works in well-lighted factory generally seated at a workbench; wears safety glasses; may be required to wear steel-toed shoes depending on the product line assigned.
• Frequently required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk.
• Continually required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 30 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, marital status, sexual orientation, or other non-merit factors.

Must be able to work without sponsorship/authorization for any employer in the U.S. 

At Geospace our employees enjoy benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include:

•              Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

•              401(k) with a percentage match

•              Supplemental insurance options

•              Paid time-off program with paid holidays 

•              Paid volunteer hours, and charitable giving matches

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills/Experience:

• 5 years related fiber optic splicing experience
• English (reading/ writing/ speaking)
• Basic Math; including use of positive and negative numbers.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Some college experience is preferred (not required.)
• Any certifications or accreditations earned, please provide dates and titles.

Salary : $27 - $34