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Ian Gillis

Guaynabo

Summary

Dynamic Fiber Optic Specialist with proven expertise at SEJ Group Corp, excelling in fiber splicing and OTDR testing. Recognized for enhancing network reliability and delivering exceptional customer service. Bilingual in English and Spanish, adept at project management and problem-solving, ensuring timely project completion while maintaining high-quality standards. Accomplished fiber splicer in MM, SM and Ribbon fiber. Competent indoor installer of FDP's and other equipment in highly delicate areas. Accustomed working with live fiber and organizing cables correctly under the standards of the company in their sites and CO's.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Communication Contractor

Gillis Fiber Splicing LLC
07.2025 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
  • Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.

Fiber Optic Technician (subcontractor)

BCGVI
01.2008 - Current
  • Fiber Splicer and Technician
  • OTDR Technician
  • Outage locator
  • Fiber Auditing
  • Increased network reliability through meticulous fusion splicing, termination, and testing of efficiently installing and maintaining fiber optic systems.
  • Upheld quality standards in all completed work by strictly following established procedures for handling delicate components such as optical fibers, connectors, and hardware devices.
  • Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication about project progress, timelines, and expectations throughout the process.

Fiber Optic Specialist

Aeronet
01.2024 - 07.2025
  • Field Technician
  • OTDR technician
  • Fiber Slicer
  • Outage Locator
  • Auditing enclosures, FDP's and CO termination panels.
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.

Head Fiber Splicer & Supervisor

SEJ Group Corp
01.2016 - 12.2023


  • Fiber Splicing
  • OTDR technician
  • Tested fiber optic cables and documented results.
  • Improved network performance by skillfully splicing fiber optic cables in various environments.
  • Maximized project efficiency, coordinating with team members to complete installations on schedule.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in project parameters.
  • Experience and familiar with Directional Drilling

Education

Technical Degree - Electricity & Certified Renewable Energy

LICEO
Hato Rey
01-2021

Fiber Optic Certification & Management Course - Fiber Optic Cable

The Light Brigade
Carolina, Puerto Rico
01-2007

Skills

  • Bilingual english/spanish
  • Fiber Splicing
  • OTDR testing
  • Outage locator
  • Communication skills
  • Project Management
  • Directional Drilling
  • Aerial Fiber Construction
  • Worksite safety
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Communication Contractor

Gillis Fiber Splicing LLC
07.2025 - Current

Fiber Optic Specialist

Aeronet
01.2024 - 07.2025

Head Fiber Splicer & Supervisor

SEJ Group Corp
01.2016 - 12.2023

Fiber Optic Technician (subcontractor)

BCGVI
01.2008 - Current

Technical Degree - Electricity & Certified Renewable Energy

LICEO

Fiber Optic Certification & Management Course - Fiber Optic Cable

The Light Brigade

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