Night Shift Fiber Coordinator

Position Summary

The Night Shift Fiber Coordinator is responsible for supervising and working alongside the Night Shift Fiber Technician to oversee all aspects of forced relocations and after-hours fiber construction projects. This role ensures smooth execution of night operations by planning schedules, coordinating staff and subcontractors, procuring materials, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. The Night Shift Fiber Coordinator may also perform technical fiber tasks including installation, splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting. This position requires strong leadership, technical proficiency, and the ability to respond to emergencies and relocations during overnight hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate night relocation and construction projects, including schedules, milestones, and work breakdowns.
• Supervise and support night shift technicians, providing direction and oversight
• Coordinate and manage subcontractor activities to ensure adherence to project plans, timelines, and quality standards.
• Procure and track construction materials, ensuring timely delivery to support night operations.
• Conduct site inspections at night to identify potential issues, monitor progress, and verify compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Monitor project budgets, track costs, and address variances.
• Facilitate communication between department supervisors, customers, engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and property managers
• Review and process change orders with proper documentation and approvals.
• Identify potential risks during night relocations and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including nightly reports, permits, and testing results.
• Perform hands-on fiber work when required: installation, repair, splicing, termination, testing, and outage management.
• Uphold safety standards and ensure compliance with company, customer, local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in the night emergency on-call rotation.
• Provide daily updates to day time supervisor, reporting on all overnight project work
• Perform other duties as required to support relocation and night operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in fiber optic construction, relocation, or splicing.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to direct teams during night operations.
• Proficiency in single and ribbon fusion splicing, fiber counts, and color identification.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting fiber design prints, maps, and matrices.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.
• Familiarity with relocation practices and emergency fiber rerouting.
• Proficiency with OTDR, IOLM, Power Meter/Light Sources, VFL, and digital testing/reporting platforms.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office and digital reporting tools.
• Valid driver’s license; must pass DOT, drug, background, and MVR screenings.
• Ability to safely operate bucket trucks and tow trailers during night operations.

Physical Demands

• Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 70 lbs frequently; up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Stand, walk, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and enter/exit vehicles and equipment.
• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements; manual dexterity required.
• Visual acuity for close-up work, color identification, and cable inspection.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and outdoors at night under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to sustain stamina for extended night shifts and emergency response efforts.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable transportation and consistent punctuality.
• Self-motivated and safety-focused, with strong attention to detail.
• Professional appearance, communication, and conduct.
• Team-oriented, with the ability to mentor and train night technicians.
• Flexible to adapt to changing schedules, emergency callouts, and relocation projects during overnight hours.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime and night-shift differential.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.

Application Process

Interested parties are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter using this online portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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