Splicer I

Splicer l

Splicers are responsible for installing, preparation and troubleshooting fiber optic cables. They should have an understanding of the different types of cables, equipment, cable color codes and techniques used for splicing and installing fiber. 

General Accountabilities

• Understands industry safety rules and operating procedures.

• Has the ability to work independently without supervision.

• Follow direction regarding customer requirements for completion.
• Must have basic knowledge of fiber and tools necessary for fiber splicing.
• Ability to identify the fiber color coding to tube/fiber range.
• Knowledge of loose tube splicing.
• Inspects cables to locate any issues, understands how to inspect and clean fiber optic connectors.
• Knowledge of cable preparation and fiber placement within splice cases or ancillary equipment 
• Complete records documentation such as fiber sequential and GPS coordinates at each location.
• Understand how to correctly document and label directional ties.
• Should be able to prep and splice a full 72F in 4-6 hours with a 70/72 quality pass rate.
• Must be able to communicate with management, customer and/or homeowners about the project, process and answer basic questions.
• Understands how to install a NID (Network Interface Device) properly.
• Basic knowledge of OTDR, Power Meter, OLTs and Red Light Trouble Shooting.
• Clean job site during and upon completion of work and properly dispose of debris.
• *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Job Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 0-6 months of related experience

• Copper telecom splicing experience, preferred

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Class A CDL preferred, For-Hire Endorsement required
• Lift 50-75 lbs unassisted
• Must be able to distinguish colors

Skills

• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
• Manual Dexterity
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Active Listening
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office