What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coax Splicer position at ITG Communications, LLC?
Job Description
The Coax Splicer works independently splicing coax span replacements, SDU new builds, Riser transfers, forced relocates and other jobs as assigned by supervision. The Coax Splicer is part of a team responsible to upgrade the existing plant, plant extensions, and new building construction.
Responsibilities
Education and Experience
Troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent mechanical skills.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to work as a team.
Oral communication skills.
Additional Comments
ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also ITG’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
The Coax Splicer works independently splicing coax span replacements, SDU new builds, Riser transfers, forced relocates and other jobs as assigned by supervision. The Coax Splicer is part of a team responsible to upgrade the existing plant, plant extensions, and new building construction.
Responsibilities
- Splice Coax cable of all sizes .875, .715, .700, .625, .540, .500, as well as .750, .650 and 500mcsq.
- Dig up and transfer risers from pole to pole, and dig and repair faults as needed
- Efficiently and accurately splice span replacements, SDU, SMB, Forced Relocate both aerial and underground.
- Carry and comfortably use a ladder in rear easements
- Read meters to verify EOL readings on all jobs, and properly document them.
- Set up Forward and Return/balance
- Must be able to splice on Active devices, efficiently
- Balancing and Optimizing of Nodes (training available if not familiar) on SDU, FTTU-vhub locations
- Must be able to efficiently call-in flashes/smops and work with HFC to close these when complete
- Maintain safety standards at all times.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent, and at least one (2) years experience.
- On-the-job training offered. Must be available to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit
- Ability to use hands to handle or feet
- Ability to reach with hands and arms
- Ability to climb and balance
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs as needed
- Ability to maintain all safety expectations
- Works outdoors for extended periods
- Exposed to extreme weather conditions
- Drive and operate a bucket truck safely
- Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains
- Must be able to work at heights and/or confined spaces
Troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent mechanical skills.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to work as a team.
Oral communication skills.
Additional Comments
ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also ITG’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.