Fiber Networks Specialist - Remote

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Fiber Networks Specialist - Remote for a contract position with a Major Utility Company located in Akron, OH. This is a long-term contract opportunity.
Compensation: $50.00 - $65.00 per hour, W2, based on qualifications
Position Overview:
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.
Key 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

Primary 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

Desired Skills:

• 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

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• 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)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all of our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.