Overview:
Location: Kileen, TX
Duration: Full-Time, Permanent
Pay Rate: $25-$40 per hour based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY
The Fiber Splicer is experienced in cable and closure prepping, bonding or grounding and splicing fiber optic cables. The individual must also be able to read and interpret blueprints and splice diagrams or the splice matrix.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Install, prep and splice Fiber Optic Cabling in any environment and cable prep knowledge of doing mid span cable entry required
- Splice fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon cables
- Operate technical equipment, including but not limited to a laptop computer, OTDR, PWR METER/OLTS and fusion splicing equipment for single and ribbon fiber
- Read and interpret existing fiber records, on maps or in the field
- Complete daily production reports to document work performed; track and communicate daily production and materials
- Construct proper splice case, including but not limited to grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage, sealing and hanging of the case
- Able to troubleshoot and resolve problems discovered on the job
- Follow design engineer instructions
- Work aloft from a bucket truck or ladder
- Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) while working including but not limited to hard hat, DOT compliant reflective shirts and vests, work boots, and safety goggles
- Maintain and promote a safe working environment for yourself and the other members of your team
- Flexibility to travel as needed for assigned projects
- Other duties as assigned
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 100lbs
- Ability to work in rural or congested traffic areas
- Willingness to work outdoors in every type of weather
- Ability to work alone with minimal supervision
- Ability to work safely
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- The ability and experience in operating various hand tools, and basic computer equipment
- Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Splicing experience
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
- High School Diploma or GED
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- 21 years of age or older
- Aerial cable installation experience
- Certified Pole Climber
