Fiber Technician

Alaro City is a joint venture between Rendeavour, the largest new city and industrial park builder in Africa, and the Lagos State Government. It is one of the fastest growing real estate and urban development projects in Nigeria. It is conceived on 2,000 hectares of land and has areas for offices, logistics and warehousing, homes, schools, healthcare facilities, hotels, entertainment and 150 hectares of parks and open spaces.

Located in the North West Quadrant of the Lekki Free Zone, Alaro City is ideally situated on the Lekki-Epe Expressway for ease of transportation to Lagos or towards the rest of Nigeria.

Alaro City is a secure, predictable and proven environment for individuals and businesses, and already home to investments by notable global and local business such as BUA Group, CAT (Mantrac), Ariel Foods, Kenol, SANA Group and international real estate developers and investors.

It is in close proximity to the future Lagos international airport and close to the region’s largest deep sea port and major Nigerian and international companies.

The people in our team are multi-skilled and experts in their respective fields. They possess a unique drive, underpinned by the desire to help improve Africa’s urban development.  

Job Summary

The Fiber Technician is responsible for the installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of fiber-optic network infrastructure. The role ensures reliable, high-quality network performance by deploying fiber systems, resolving faults, performing preventive maintenance, and supporting customers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

·       Fiber Installation & Deployment

·       Install fiber-optic cables across underground ducts, buildings, and aerial routes.

·       Route, secure, and label fiber cables according to engineering standards and safety requirements.

·       Install and integrate related network equipment to ensure proper connectivity and signal flow.  

Splicing & Termination

·       Perform fusion splicing of fiber strands with minimal signal loss. · Terminate fiber cables using approved connectors, patch panels, and enclosures. · Ensure all terminations meet industry performance and quality standards.

Testing & Network Validation

·       Conduct fiber testing using optical power meters, OTDRs, and related tools.

·       Measure signal strength, attenuation, and continuity.

·       Validate network performance and certify installations before service activation. 

Troubleshooting & Repairs

·       Diagnose and resolve fiber faults including cuts, bends, signal degradation, and equipment failures.

·       Carry out corrective repairs promptly to restore services and minimize downtime.

·       Support emergency fault response and escalation when required.

Preventive Maintenance

·       Perform routine inspections and maintenance on fiber routes, splice closures, cabinets, and associated infrastructure.

·       Identify and mitigate potential risks before they impact network performance.  

Documentation & Reporting

·       Maintain accurate records of fiber routes, splicing schedules, test results, and repair activities.

·       Update network documentation to support audits, troubleshooting, and future expansion.

Customer & Stakeholder Support

·       Communicate clearly with customers, contractors, and internal teams regarding installations, faults, and maintenance activities.

·       Explain technical issues in simple terms and provide timely service updates.

REQUIREMENTS

1.     Strong understanding of fiber-optic networks and installation practices

2.     Proficiency in fusion splicing and fiber testing tools

3.     Ability to troubleshoot and resolve network issues efficiently

4.     Good documentation and reporting skills

5.     Strong communication and customer service skills

6.     Ability to work independently and under time pressure

Qualifications & Experience

1.     Relevant technical certification or training in fiber optics or telecommunications

2.    Hands-on experience in fiber installation, splicing, and testing

3.    Knowledge of safety standards and industry best practices

4. Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in deploying, operating, and maintaining FTTH networks within an ISP environment, including last-mile fiber installation, splicing, testing, fault resolution, and customer activation