Fiber Splicer

Job Title: Fiber Splicer

Job Summary:

Prepares and splices fiber optic cables in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Splices fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon optic cables. 
• Constructs a proper splice case, including but not limited to grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage, and sealing.
• Prepares and maintains accurate splicing records, schematics, and diagrams.
• Performs work in accordance with industry standards and adheres to safety procedures.
• Maintains control of activities surrounding the assigned work site(s). 
• Supports project timelines and provides accurate feedback.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• 2 years of technical education or training required.
• 2 years of field experience as a telecommunications technician required.
• Working knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure required.
• Familiarity with fiber optic cable and splice enclosures required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Travel will be required and may be up to 80%, depending on the business needs.
• Ability to work long hours involving overtime and weekends, as necessary.
• Ability to respond to the needs of a 24/7/365 operation.
• Must be able to work emergency schedules during natural disasters and network outages.
• Individuals must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record meeting the company and insurance policy conditions.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Service orientation.
• Active listening.
• Time management.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and make good sound decisions based on information given.
• Ability to work multiple tasks in a stressful environment while maintaining a positive and pleasant manner with others.
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot fiber issues. 
• Complex problem solving.
• Ability to use fusion splicing equipment and test equipment, including an OTDR.
• Ability to read, create and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams.
• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device and/or paper copy.
• Ability to drive and back up a truck and trailer proficiently.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces.
• Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather.
• Ability to climb and work at elevations (i.e., from ladders, poles, lift trucks) exceeding 18 feet.
• Able to use a shovel and post hold digger.
• Ability to work at heights up to 50'.
• Must be able to climb poles.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day.
• Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces (i.e., attics, crawl spaces, utility holes).

Physical Requirements 

This is a physically demanding, Medium-Heavy position requiring prolonged standing and walking; frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, twisting, reaching, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; the ability to work at elevated heights and on uneven terrain; and the ability to safely operate tools, equipment, ladders, and vehicles. The position requires working outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions and may involve work in remote locations.

Post-Offer Physical Assessment

Due to the physical demands of this position, all candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-placement functional capacity evaluation to verify their ability to safely perform the essential physical functions of the job.

Swyft Fiber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is safety-sensitive and subject to applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements, including DOT regulations where applicable.

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, or working conditions. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned by management based on business and operational needs.

The Company reserves the right to modify this job description as business needs change.