Fiber Networks Specialist

Genesis10•Akron, OH

1d•Remote

About The Position

This role is part of a Fiber Networks team responsible for managing the design, construction, and maintenance of the client's fiber network, which provides mission-critical support. The Specialist will work with internal teams and external contractors on the installation of new fibers, as well as planned and unplanned maintenance events.

Requirements

Minimum 4-7+ years of direct outside fiber project management experience
Experience working within one of the following: electric distribution or transmission industry, fiber engineering or design contractor, fiber installation or maintenance company, or 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
Experience working with and knowledge of ADSS and OPGW fiber cable
Demonstrated project management and/or coordination of various size projects
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

Nice To Haves

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
Familiarity with optical network transport technologies

Responsibilities

Support and manage the Fiber Optic Network and projects
Follow established IT Operations and network processes
Champion 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
Conduct field site visits in support of projects, maintenance, or relocations as necessary
Design fiber solutions that are scalable, reliable, and cost effective
Ensure documentation is complete and up to date
Coordinate fiber optic events within the Change Management process
Participate in an on-call rotation

Benefits

Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)