Fiber Splicing Technician

KKON Technologies (KKONTech) is an ICT company was formed to meet the technology demands of the industry.We have several years of experience in the design, installation, and maintenance of all types of data network engineering solutions for businesses, private consumers and government agencies. We drive network transformation for enterprises and service providers through technologies that increase productivity and open new sources of revenues.

We are recruiting seasoned and competent candidates for the position below:

Job Position: Fiber Splicing Technician

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The purpose of the Fiber Technician is to be responsible for the terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting and testing of all fiber optic cables within the systems fiber optic networks and their related equipment with the end goal of providing maximum operating efficiency.

Requirements
Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to:

• Install, repair, maintain, test proof or adjust, as needed, all fiber optic cables and related equipment.
• Coordinate fiber activities with other departments and staff.
• Builds bays, racking, jumper ducts and other network elements needed for the installing of fiber optic equipment and patch and panels.
• Monitor, communicate and perform corrective actions to fix problems affecting any fiber or fiber related equipment from Master Control to and through each HUB to the NODE.
• Serve as a technical resource for staff on all fiber related areas and technical procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Performs fiber tests with OTDR’s, light source and meters.
• Terminates, splices, bonds/grounds and tests fiber optic equipment to division standards.

Education:

• National Diploma or GED or equivalent or minimum three (3) years of directly related experience required. Some trade/technical school training is desired.

Special Skills/ Knowledge/ Abilities:

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience with fiber optic cable technology, formal fiber optic training desired.
• Must have a good understanding of the technologies and standards as they apply to the installation of fiber optic networks.
• Must be able to Mid Entry fibers/Split Tubes.
• Ability to work well under pressure and deadline environments.
• Ability to translate highly technical information to end user customers and staff.
• Ability to communicate with other staff.
• Ability to handle on-call responsibilities.
• Must be able to read and understand manufacture’s manuals for operating and repairing of electronic equipment and components.
• Proficient in the operation of all related fiber tools and equipment.
• Must have a working knowledge of design and layout for fiber terminations.
• Must possess a good understanding of fiber documentation and have the ability to assist in laying out new fiber circuits.
• Must be able to think analytically.
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment.