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.
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