Installation & Repair (I&R) Manager jobs in United States
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NOVOS FiBER · 17 hours ago

Installation & Repair (I&R) Manager

NOVOS FiBER is responsible for overseeing customer installations and repairs for their Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) network. The I&R Manager leads field technicians, ensures high-quality workmanship, and coordinates with engineering and customer service teams to provide an excellent customer experience.

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Responsibilities

Oversee all residential and small business fiber installations, service repairs, and drops to the home
Manage daily I&R operations to ensure jobs are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards
Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for installs, repairs, and drops
Ensure proper fiber handling, splicing, testing, and documentation practices are followed
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate I&R technicians and subcontractors
Schedule crews effectively to meet demand and service-level expectations
Provide ongoing technical training and performance coaching
Promote a strong safety culture and accountability in the field
Monitor installation and repair quality through audits, inspections, and customer feedback
Resolve escalated customer issues related to installs, service outages, or workmanship
Ensure technicians represent the company professionally at customer premises
Coordinate with construction and engineering teams on drop placement, network readiness, and service activation
Ensure accurate testing (light levels, OTDR where applicable) and documentation of all work
Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements to network design or processes
Ensure compliance with OSHA, local, and company safety standards
Conduct safety meetings and field inspections
Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools, vehicles, and equipment
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as install intervals, repeat truck rolls, repair times, and first-time completion rates
Manage inventory related to installs and repairs (ONTs, drops, hardware, tools)
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for I&R operations

Qualification

Fiber optic installationFiber splicingTestingLeadership experienceNetwork design interpretationOSS/BSS familiarityFiber certificationCustomer-focused mindsetProblem-solving abilitiesTeam management skillsCommunication skills

Required

5+ years of experience in fiber optic installation and repair, preferably FTTH
Prior leadership or supervisory experience in field operations
Strong knowledge of fiber drops, splicing, testing, and customer premise equipment (ONTs, routers, Wi-Fi)
Ability to read and interpret network designs and construction prints
Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred

Experience working in an ISP or municipal broadband environment
Familiarity with OSS/BSS, work order, or dispatch systems
Fiber certification
OSHA safety training

Company

NOVOS FiBER

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NOVOS FiBER is a broadband company that provides fiber internet service to places without access to the internet.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$95M
Key Investors
Woodforest National BankInLight Capital
2024-10-08Debt Financing· $75M
2024-02-19Series Unknown· $20M

Leadership Team

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Rob Johnson
CTO
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Jarrod Watson
Chief Financial Officer
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