Fiber Splicer - Traveling

Job Summary

Our operating unit provides telecom construction services and we are looking for a Fiber Splicer to join our team. Fiber Splicers perform tasks associated with aerial and underground construction, splicing of fiber optic cable and communication systems for cable television.

This is a traveling position with a rotation that requires multiple weeks traveling at a time. Per diem and full benefits provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, specifications, engineering drawings and/or cut sheets to determine work to be done in sequence of task.
• Repair or splice in new line as needed to complete the testing and certification of the project.
• Install all passive and active devices, enclosures, and term panels.
• Test fiber optic lines for balanced signal between points-continuity.
• Pull fiber optic through existing duct package, pull cable through conduit either manually, blowing, or mechanically, and splice and activate underground and aerial lines.
• Optimize new Nodes and splice in node splits to reduce capacity.
• Utilize light meters and OTDR accurately.
• Learn how to safely utilize bucket trucks or climb utility poles to place cables on poles per system design.
• Close a project by completing production sheets, verifying proper levels after activation, adjust and troubleshoot, as necessary.
• Ensure that all work considers the safety of the customer, public and compliance with all governmental orders.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A positive can-do attitude and openness to trying things new ways
• GRIT values – Guts, Reliability, Innovation, and Teamwork
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Able to work both individually and in a team environment.
• Able to communicate professionally
• Able to lift and/or pull up to 80 pounds several times a day.
• Must be able to use hand tools such as screw drivers, pliers, drills, and wrenches.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in fiber optic splicing

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Bucket truck and other aerial work platforms

The Fine Print

• We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles.
• Some benefits have eligibility criteria.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.