HOTO ENGINEER

JOB SUMMARY We are looking for an experienced and technically skilled OFC / HOTO Engineer with practical knowledge of Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) networks, fiber splicing, OTDR testing, and HOTO (Handing Over/Taking Over) surveys. The candidate will be responsible for field-level OFC activities, testing, documentation, and survey work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform OFC fiber splicing and ensure proper jointing as per project standards.
- Carry out OTDR testing and tracing of fiber links to identify fiber routes, faults, losses, and other network issues.
- Analyze OTDR traces and prepare/maintain required test reports.
- Conduct OFC route surveys and collect accurate field data related to fiber routes and network infrastructure.
- Perform HOTO surveys and verify existing OFC infrastructure, routes, joints, chambers/manholes, handholes, and related network assets.
- Verify field data against drawings and project requirements.
- Identify and report discrepancies, damages, missing assets, and route deviations during the survey.
- Coordinate with field teams, project teams, and clients/engineers for survey and testing activities.
- Maintain proper documentation of survey data, OTDR reports, splicing records, and HOTO-related information.
- Ensure all activities are completed as per project quality and safety standards.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Practical experience in OFC splicing and fiber jointing.
- Good knowledge of OTDR testing, tracing, and interpretation of OTDR results.
- Good understanding of OFC networks, fiber cables, joints, ODFs, chambers/manholes, and associated infrastructure.
- Hands-on experience in HOTO surveys is mandatory.
- Ability to understand OFC route drawings and field documentation.
- Good field coordination and communication skills.
- Willingness to travel to project locations and work in field conditions.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience in telecom/OFC projects, BharatNet, fiber rollout, HOTO, FTTH, or similar network projects will be preferred.
- Candidates with hands-on field experience in OFC testing, splicing, and survey activities will be given preference.

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