Supervisor, OSP Fiber - Memphis

What they’re looking for

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of experience in fiber optic OSP installation, splicing, testing, or maintenance
• 2+ years of experience leading technicians (supervisor, foreman, or team lead)
• Hands-on proficiency with fusion splicing and fiber test equipment (OTDR, OLTS, or equivalent)
• Willing and able to work in the field, including outdoor construction conditions, and to work nights, weekends, or overtime as needed
• Associate’s degree or trade certification in fiber optics, telecommunications, or a related field
• Experience supervising OSP or data center fiber crews through new site build-out
• Fiber certifications (FOA CFOT, BICSI, Corning, AFL, or equivalent)
• Experience with aerial and buried fiber, conduit/duct banks, vaults, handholes, and building-entrance laterals
• Familiarity with TIA/BICSI guidelines, NESC, locates, and local permitting/construction practices
• Ability to read OSP drawings, splice diagrams, and GIS/route maps and to produce accurate field redlines
• OSHA 10/30, first aid/CPR, or similar safety training
• Strong communication, timekeeping, and work-order discipline; comfortable coordinating vendors and construction trades
• Experience standing up a new team, including hiring, training plans, and tool/equipment setup

Certifications & checks

OSHA 10-Hour ConstructionFOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)First Aid / CPR / AED

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Skills mentioned

Fusion splicing · Fiber testing (OLTS / OTDR) · Underground fiber & conduit · Labeling standards (TIA-606) · Component & hardware replacement · OSHA jobsite practices · Lockout / tagout · Site supervision · Scheduling · Test documentation