Fiber Splicer - Outside Plant Construction

Responsibilities

• Perform operation of fiber optic fusion splicer, OTDR, and light level testing equipment to facilitate splicing and light level quality according to TDS standards.
• Installs fiber enclosures and optical tap cases; splices, troubleshoots, tests, repairs, and documents all fiber as part of OSP construction projects.
• Identifies the location of defective cable and fusion splices using various test equipment.
• Repairs buried and aerial fiber optic cables.
• Performs cable fault acceptance tests on newly constructed facilities.
• Completes all testing documentation and returns as part of project closing requirements.
• Communicates updates to the project team as required.
• Coordinates with supervisor to ensure continual supply of work and availability of materials.
• Drafts and submits redlines and splice documentation upon completion of project.
• Sets splice enclosures and splice cases according to design, splices fiber, tests, and documents all project fiber locations as part of daily activity.
• Reads construction plans and coordinates daily tasks with OSP teams and contractors.
• Maintains equipment, completes paperwork, and assists Field Services as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of telecommunications inside or outside plant experience working with fiber optic installation, splicing, and testing experience -OR-
• 1+ year of telecommunications inside or outside plant experience working with copper or coax installation, splicing, and testing -OR-
• Current military service or prior military service with honorable discharge.
• Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines in order to meet TDS’s business needs, including but not limited to our obligations to our customers and to our customers’ needs.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.

Other Qualifications

• Understanding of telecommunication products and services with relation to fiber optic technology.
• Ability to climb poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed.
• Ability to kneel, dig, lift, and pull.