Fernando Dominguez
San Antonio,US
Summary
Manager/Fiber Optic Specialist with over 12 years of expertise in designing and maintaining high-capacity optical fiber links, ensuring seamless connectivity for leading tech companies. Proficient in team management, budget management , fiber splicing, network installation and maintenance , and safety compliance, leveraging strong problem-solving skills to enhance network performance. Committed to advancing optical network technology through strategic collaboration and innovative solutions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optical Network Specialist
MpowerMe (CommScope/Microsoft)
San Antonio, TX
05.2025 - Current
- Collaborate with multiple vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure project execution aligns with Microsoft data center best practices, quality standards, and operational requirements.
- Audit and document data center (DC) space, pathway, and infrastructure availability to support capacity planning and future network expansion.
- Review vendor-submitted Methods of Statement of Work (MSOW) documentation for technical accuracy, safety compliance, and adherence to Microsoft operational standards; provide approvals and required revisions.
- Create, submit, and manage Data Center Request for Change (RFC) tickets to authorize and track all planned work within live data center environments.
- Design, install, and maintain high-capacity optical fiber links between Microsoft data centers to ensure low-latency, high-availability connectivity.
- Perform advanced fiber optic testing using OTDR, power meters, and light sources to verify signal quality and link integrity.
- Resolve fiber network deficiencies within the datacenter spaces.
Project Manager
D&E Communications LLC
San Antonio, TX
03.2021 - 05.2025
- Managed fiber construction projects, including aerial and underground deployment, splicing, with documentation.
- Created and maintained As-Built documentation.
- Coordinated with stakeholders including engineers, vendors, and clients.
- Monitored project timelines and budgets.
- Ensured compliance with safety and company policies.
- Performed quality assurance, safety assessments, and inventory oversight.
- Assisted in fiber network design and provided technical support to clients.
- Participated in on-call rotations for emergency maintenance.
- Conduct proactive and reactive maintenance, including troubleshooting dark fiber, cleaning interfaces, and replacing damaged components.
Fiber Splicer II / Data Center Technician
ADB Companies
Castroville, TX
05.2020 - 08.2022
Fiber Technician / Data Center Technician
BComm Constructors LLC
San Antonio, TX
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained and tested Google Fiber (ISP and OSP).
- Installed network gateways, optics, and PONs at data centers.
- Worked during overnight maintenance windows to upgrade systems.
- Conducted site surveys and interpreted blueprints.
- Documented and resolved fiber issues using Microsoft Office tools.
Fiber Splicer / Data Center Technician
Pinnacle Fiber and Technical Solutions
Austin, TX
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Installed and maintained fiber optics for Google, Stream, CyrusOne, and Zayo data centers.
- Verified build accuracy from blueprints and performed corrections.
- Documented findings using Excel and ensured work met quality standards.
Maintenance Technician
VW International, Inc
San Antonio, TX
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Performed property equipment inventories and database management at military bases.
- Supported maintenance programs and project management across multiple locations.
- Entered and maintained data in systems for equipment scheduling.
Quality Maintenance Technician
Pinnacle Fiber and Technical Solutions
Austin, TX
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted quality inspections and maintained data centers.
- Installed gateways, optics, and routed connections across multiple client networks.
- Read and validated blueprints, corrected damaged fibers, and documented results.
Technician
AT&T
San Antonio, TX
03.2011 - 04.2016
- Installed and maintained U-verse outside and inside plant.
- Performed fusion and mechanical splicing for fiber networks.
- Conducted physical quality checks and troubleshooting.
- Installed and maintained fiber networks for major clients, ensuring reliable connectivity.
- Executed complex fiber splicing on high-count fiber cables, enhancing network efficiency.
- Conducted critical testing and maintenance at data centers, minimizing downtime.
- Responded swiftly to emergency fiber repairs, supporting continuous school operations.
- Installed ONTs and laid new fiber to residential locations.
- Maintained and repaired copper plant infrastructure.
Education
Confined Space Certification - undefined
02.2026
Aerial Lift Certification - undefined
02.2026
Fire Safety Certification - undefined
02.2026
CPR Certification - undefined
02.2026
High School Diploma - Courses
Harlandale High School
San Antonio, TX05.2008
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Blueprint Reading
- Network Installation
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Budgeting
- Fiber Splicing
- Network Monitoring
- Leadership
- Technical Documentation
- Safety Compliance
- Customer Service
- Auditing
- Microsoft Project
Certification
- Confined Space Certification, Present
- Aerial Lift Certification, Present
- Fire Safety Certification, Present
- CPR Certification, Present
Languages
English
Spanish
Personal Information
Title: Optical Network Specialist
Timeline
Optical Network Specialist
MpowerMe (CommScope/Microsoft)
05.2025 - Current
Project Manager
D&E Communications LLC
03.2021 - 05.2025
Fiber Splicer II / Data Center Technician
ADB Companies
05.2020 - 08.2022
Fiber Technician / Data Center Technician
BComm Constructors LLC
01.2019 - 05.2020
Fiber Splicer / Data Center Technician
Pinnacle Fiber and Technical Solutions
01.2018 - 01.2019
Maintenance Technician
VW International, Inc
08.2017 - 01.2018
Quality Maintenance Technician
Pinnacle Fiber and Technical Solutions
04.2016 - 05.2017
Technician
AT&T
03.2011 - 04.2016
Confined Space Certification - undefined
Aerial Lift Certification - undefined
Fire Safety Certification - undefined
CPR Certification - undefined
High School Diploma - Courses
Harlandale High School