Outside Plant Fiber Splicer

About This Role

This role involves performing fiber splicing tasks to maintain and upgrade telecommunication networks, ensuring strong and reliable connections.

Responsibilities

• Perform cable upgrades and splicing tasks, both aerial and underground
• Test, activate, and troubleshoot the network’s circuit post-installation
• Ensure all splicing operations meet strict customer and industry standards
• Upgrade existing fiber sheaths with new fiber sheaths
• Mid-sheath fibers for entry on loose tube or fiber sheaths
• Cut away the sheath from existing cables to reach faulty connections, and remove the sheath and insulation from newly installed cables and wires
• Provide guidance to other splicers, as needed
• Complete basic daily maintenance of vehicles, including fluid checks
• Document work performed through daily production reports, including marking up maps and keeping correct material usage records

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Valid State driver's license (cannot be considered Provisional) with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
• At least two years of fiber splicing experience

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• At least two years of fiber splicing experience

Nice to Have

• Certified pole climber or capable of demonstrating proficiency as a pole climber
• Knowledge of telecommunications network structure

Benefits