Drop (Splicing) Technician - Fiber

About the role

ITC is looking for motivated individuals to join our fiber splicing team. Experience in the Telecom industry is preferred but not required. We will fully train you to splice fiber optic cable and earn a great income. This includes underground and aerial splicing, as well as running fiber drops for our client. We service both residential and commercial customers.

Responsibilities

• Underground and aerial fiber splicing
• Running fiber drops for clients
• Operating trenching equipment such as a mini skid steer or walk-behind trencher
• Splicing fiber on utility poles and strands

Requirements

• Capable of carrying, handling, and climbing 28-ft ladders
• Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs
• Must be able to work flexible hours with the understanding that workdays can exceed normal hours and weekend and holiday work may be required
• Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol screen
• Ability to visually perceive differences in wire and cable colors
• Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training to remain competitive in the telecommunications field

Physical Demands

• Work involves standing, talking, hearing, using hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms
• Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment; and ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time
• The employee must frequently push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Regularly works in inclement weather conditions
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock

Pay

$20/hr, plus bonus based on performance

Benefits

• Company-provided vehicle
• Gas allowance
• Cell phone
• Tablet
• Uniform