Fiber Optic Splicing Inspector

About the role

Since 1994, Sonic has been committed to building a faster, more affordable internet, and to hiring the nicest people around. We are looking for exceptional employees who want to challenge the industry for the better by putting members first and offering accessible connectivity for everyone. Foster your personal growth, develop your career, and make a difference in an industry where honest business practice has become optional.

The Fiber Optic Splicing Inspector plays a vital role in ensuring quality and timely deliveries of our fiber services along with additional services to customers, while delivering exceptional internal and external customer service. This position will guide contracted splicing teams towards achieving Sonic's splicing standards.

Responsibilities

The Fiber Optic Splicing Inspector is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt/hourly position. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday 6am-3pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel is typical for this position.

• Perform all work as necessary to conform to quality control guidelines
• Inspect splicing work and ensure it meets Sonic standards
• Ability to fusion splice SM or MM fiber optic cable: to include terminate various types of fiber optic connectors
• Work with engineers and OSP management to perform fusion splicing as directed
• Installation and testing of pressurized and non-pressurized closures on all types and sizes of cable
• Installation and dressing of fiber optic cable both aerial and underground
• Ability to complete fiber cable repairs
• Provide management with detailed reports of field splicing activity
• Communicate with Project Manager and Splicing Manager on project status to meet organizational goals
• Ensure as-built fiber documentation is correct
• Work with management to assign work to field crews
• Perform site inspections and coordinate post-construction audits
• All other duties as assigned by the Splicing Manager

Requirements

• Proficient with fiber equipment, hand tools, fusion splicer, OTDR, fiber identifiers and scope
• Adhere to Local, Federal regulations and Company policies
• Adhere to Sonic's fiber splicing and testing standards, light levels and Fiber Enclosure build and re-entry procedure for dark and active plant
• Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder, (approx. 28 ft high and 75 pounds)
• Ability to climb poles using ladders and climbing belt as needed
• Ability to drive company vehicles (bucket truck) in a safe and responsible manner and operate hydraulic aerial lifts
• Ability to perform job from high places (i.e. poles and roofs)
• Experience with fiber optic network documentation
• Strong analytical skills – ability to translate data to strategy
• Ability to think creatively and strategically
• Strong communication skills are essential as is a cooperative attitude toward co-workers, customers and contractors
• Maintain a positive and strong work ethic that can provide high productivity with minimal supervision
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to interact effectively with other team members
• Must be able to work independently without supervision
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, with a satisfactory driving record

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work is normally performed in outdoor settings. Outdoor work may be required in residential and commercial areas, construction sites, and field facilities. Performance of the position requires working safely and may require working outdoors in all weather conditions, all noise levels, hazardous conditions, and on the full range of outdoor work surfaces.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally required to stand; walk; to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and performance-based incentives
• Full Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, and more)
• Paid training
• Collaborative team culture in a dynamic working environment
• Career advancement opportunities
• Extended education opportunities
• Company Paid Pregnancy/Bonding Leave

Pay

Pay Range $34-$37 + Regular Overtime

Schedule

Typical schedule is Monday through Friday 6am-3pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.