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.