Shannon Raper
Fiber Optic Splicer
RICHARDSON,TX
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiber Optic Splicer
Frontier Communications
Plano, TX
02.2000 - 09.2023
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Tested fiber optic cables and documented results.
- Performed repairs on severed fiber cables to restore to complete functionality.
- Spliced, bonded, ground and terminated cables.
- Built splice cases to enclose exposed transmission lines.
- Coordinated installation of new users and relocations of existing users.
- Troubleshot cable, underground junction boxes and conduit by utilizing specialized equipment and devices.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Located and repaired line faults to maintain existing network without causing signal failure interruptions.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Identified and reported equipment malfunctions, defective parts and materials to appropriate supervisor.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Timeline
Fiber Optic Splicer
Frontier Communications
02.2000 - 09.2023