John Salas
Houston
Summary
Dynamic Fiber Optic Technician with proven expertise at Electra Link in splicing and troubleshooting. Adept at enhancing system performance through effective problem-solving and customer service. Skilled in cable installation and signal measurement, consistently ensuring high-quality results and compliance with safety standards. Flexible and adaptable, thriving in team environments to drive project success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Data and Fiber Tech
Electra Link
Houston
03.2020 - Current
- Connected wires and cables to terminals and attached and detached various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings or poles.
- Assisted with splicing and terminating of single-mode and multi-mode fibers.
- Installed outside plant fiber optics in manhole and telco boxes.
- Measured signal strength of televisions, telephones and internet connections to verify adequate performance.
- Troubleshot any issues that arose during installation or testing process.
- Set up service for customers by installing, connecting, testing or adjusting equipment.
- Pulled lines to proper tension for safety and durability of installation work.
- Communicated with customers to access work areas and explain work.
- Performed physical installation of fiber optic cables in various locations, including aerial and underground.
- Installed, maintained, repaired and tested fiber optic equipment such as patch panels, cable trays, connectors.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Assessed project blueprints and drawings to assess project scope and required materials.
- Calibrated instruments used in testing low voltage systems.
- Installed conduit piping, junction boxes and other related components for data cabling installations.
Fiber Optic Splicer
Straight Technology Group
Houston
02.2016 - 03.2020
- Performed splicing, bonding, grounding and terminations of cables.
- Pulled lines to proper tension for safety and durability of installation work.
- Constructed patch panels using various tools such as crimpers, strippers and cleavers.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing tasks such as working at heights or handling hazardous materials.
- Performed end-to-end testing of fiber optics to ensure proper functioning.
- Repaired damaged fibers using fusion splicers and mechanical splicers.
- Conducted tests on finished systems to ensure that performance standards were met or exceeded.
- Inspected installed cabling systems regularly for any signs of wear or damage.
- Utilized advanced techniques such as ribbonizing, fanning out, and pigtailing when required.
- Inspected fiber optic cables to ensure proper installation and connection.
- Identified problems with existing fiber optics systems and recommended solutions to improve performance.
Low Voltage Technician
Mca Communications
Houston
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Calibrated instruments used in testing low voltage systems.
- Installed conduit piping, junction boxes and other related components for data cabling installations.
- Set up and operated specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test or analyze performance of electronic components, assemblies or systems.
- Conducted site surveys to determine customer requirements.
- Utilized effective troubleshooting methods, removed malfunctioning components and identified wiring issues to restore systems to working order.
Education
Mac Arthur
Houston, TXSkills
- Fiber optic splicing
- Signal measurement
- Cable installation
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Maintenance & repair
- Flexible and adaptable
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Data and Fiber Tech
Electra Link
03.2020 - Current
Fiber Optic Splicer
Straight Technology Group
02.2016 - 03.2020
Low Voltage Technician
Mca Communications
06.2015 - 09.2016
Mac Arthur
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