Christopher Adams
Columbus
Summary
Detail-oriented Fiber Optic Splicer with expertise in fiber termination, fusion splicing, and network troubleshooting. Committed to ensuring system integrity and mentoring junior technicians.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiber Optic Splicer
Jumpstart Communications
Fort Wayne, IN
05.2024 - Current
- Spliced and terminated fiber optic cables for optimal signal quality and reliability.
- Conducted fusion splicing and testing to ensure system integrity and performance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot connectivity issues in diverse environments.
- Utilized industry-standard tools such as optical time-domain reflectometers (OTDR) for accurate diagnostics.
Fiber Optic Splicer
Sunrise Communications
Richmond, IN
01.2024 - 05.2024
Fiber Optic Splicer
Treadway Communications
Fortville, IN
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Documented installation processes and maintenance records to maintain compliance with company protocols.
- Assisted in training new technicians on fiber optic splicing techniques and safety procedures.
- Implemented best practices for cable handling, minimizing damage and enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Engaged with clients to provide updates on project status and address service inquiries effectively.
Fiber Optic Splicer/Construction Supervisor
GTI/Future Infrastructure/Primoris
Mesquite, TX
07.2017 - 08.2023
- Spliced fiber optic cables using precision techniques to ensure optimal signal integrity.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on fiber optic networks to enhance system performance.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective strategies for efficient fiber installation projects.
- Mentored junior splicers, providing guidance on best practices and safety protocols in the field.
Premises Technician
AT&T
Frisco, TX
08.2010 - 07.2017
- Installed and maintained telecommunications equipment, ensuring optimal network performance.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify and resolve service issues proactively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute complex installations and upgrades.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for equipment handling and safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Cum Laude
Collin County Community College
Plano, TX05-2015
Skills
- Fiber optic safety
- Fiber termination
- Fiber optic routing
- Fusion splicing
- Fiber identification
- Network troubleshooting
- Emergency repairs
- Connector inspection
- Signal analysis
- Fiber optic installation
- Equipment calibration
- Color code knowledge
- Splice enclosure assembly
- Fault isolation
- OTDR testing
- Optical loss testing
- Cable preparation
- Operating machines
- Hand tool proficiency
- Maintaining safety
- Active listening
- Safety practices
- Operating equipment
- Quality control inspection
- Stress tolerance
- Work order management
- Preventive maintenance planning
- Maintaining inventory
- Controlling inventory
- Connector installation
- Project management
- Loose tube cables
- Reading comprehension
- Terminating cables
- Testing devices
- Ribbon cables
- Producing diagrams
- Conducting tests
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Analytical thinking
- Professionalism
- Blueprint reading
- Quality control
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability
- Written communication
Timeline
Fiber Optic Splicer
Jumpstart Communications
05.2024 - Current
Fiber Optic Splicer
Sunrise Communications
01.2024 - 05.2024
Fiber Optic Splicer
Treadway Communications
08.2023 - 01.2024
Fiber Optic Splicer/Construction Supervisor
GTI/Future Infrastructure/Primoris
07.2017 - 08.2023
Premises Technician
AT&T
08.2010 - 07.2017
Associate of Science - Cum Laude
Collin County Community College