Fiber Optics Splicing Instructor - Project Based Instruction

Description

This is a Remote position. Daily Rate: $900-$1,000

The Fiber Optics Splicing Instructor position is responsible for teaching fiber optic installation, fusion splicing, ribbon splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and broadband deployment practices to a variety of NTT's clients. Instruction is delivered through classroom presentations, hands-on laboratory exercises, and field-based demonstrations for telecommunications, broadband, utility, construction, and industrial professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of hands-on field experience performing fiber optic splicing, installation, testing, or network deployment within the last five years
• Current Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) certification
• Current Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certified Fiber Optic Specialist - Splicing (CFOS/S) certification
• Previous experience teaching, instructing, mentoring, or facilitating adult learners
• Demonstrated experience with fusion splicing equipment and fiber optic testing instruments
• Experience teaching classroom and hands-on lab courses in a professional or technical training environment
• Working knowledge of fiber optic installation standards, testing methodologies, and industry best practices
• Current driver's license

Technical Knowledge and Experience

• Fusion splicing techniques and applications
• Ribbon splicing techniques and applications
• Single-mode fiber systems
• Multimode fiber systems
• Fiber optic cable preparation and termination
• Splice enclosure preparation and installation
• Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) testing and trace interpretation
• Optical loss testing and troubleshooting
• Fiber characterization methods
• Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) deployment practices
• Broadband network deployment and maintenance
• Fiber optic network troubleshooting and repair
• Fiber optic safety procedures and industry standards

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate technical information to participants of all experience levels, including technicians, installers, contractors, supervisors, engineers, and project managers
• Ability to travel on a consistent basis throughout the United States and occasionally internationally
• Ability to interface with the Sales Department concerning customization of training programs
• Proficiency in PowerPoint presentations and virtual training platforms
• Ability to communicate effectively via email and cell phone
• Ability to demonstrate and evaluate hands-on fiber optic splicing and testing techniques
• Ability to function independently in a highly efficient manner
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Computer literacy (Windows, Microsoft Office Suite)
• Proficient in public speaking and classroom facilitation
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional FOA certifications
• Experience with Outside Plant (OSP) fiber installations
• Experience with utility, telecommunications, broadband, or data center fiber networks
• Curriculum development or course customization experience
• Experience teaching certification preparation programs
• Experience delivering multi-day technical training programs

National Technology Transfer, Inc. (NTT) provides more than 1,500 instructor-led training courses throughout the U.S. each year. NTT has trained over 1 million skilled trades professionals for more than 30 years, making it the leader in skilled trades training. NTT stands alone as the premier worldwide provider of hands-on training for workforces in the skilled trades.

Benefits of Employment

NTT provides a comprehensive benefits program designed to help our faculty and staff stay healthy, feel supported, and maintain a work/life balance.

Committed to excellence and innovation, NTT is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.