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Fiber Optic SplicerTower Engineering Professionals • Charlotte, NC, US
Fiber Optic Splicer

Fiber Optic Splicer

Tower Engineering Professionals • Charlotte, NC, US
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Fiber Optic Splicer role at Tower Engineering Professionals. This role requires splicing and maintaining fiber routes as part of a small team or individually.

Details

Base pay range

$20.00 / hr - $35.00 / hr

Location

Charlotte

Employment type

Full-time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Shift

N / A

Reports to

Construction Superintendent

Department

TEP Fiber

Responsibilities

  • Terminate, splice, and install a variety of fiber optic connectors and enclosures including both loose tube fiber and ribbon fiber
  • Proficient in fiber color codes, in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including fusion splicer, power meter, and OTDR
  • Climb and use ladders on poles for accessing aerial fiber plant
  • Perform aerial construction activities such as installing aerial fiber and fiber storage (snow shoes)
  • Perform underground construction activities, including but not limited to pulling new cable / fiber through short conduits, opening underground vaults or pedestals, making minor repairs if required
  • Complete production reports
  • Dig holes, work with hand tools, restore landscaping
  • Lay fiber innerduct and pull fiber through existing ducts
  • Operate heavy equipment and excavation truck
  • Operate pipe and cable locators and mark underground utilities
  • Measure and record installed quantities of fiber
  • Assist on overall job including all tasks required to build and install a site per customer specifications
  • Maintain clean, orderly environment adhering to company policies and industry regulations / standards (OSHA)

Qualifications

  • Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of fiber installation experience with ability to take direction and learn from experience
  • OTDR experience preferred
  • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle
  • Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
  • Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber, effectively and efficiently
  • Ability to read, understand, and update splice documentation and maps as required
  • Knowledge of applicable electronic equipment and specialty tools
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
  • Ability to read blueprints
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems
  • Ability to use and take care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
  • Ability and interest in performing work in the field
  • Demonstrated willingness to learn
  • Physical ability to lift 75+ lbs. and be comfortable working in an outdoor environment in all types of weather
  • Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and the general public
  • Ability to travel for extended periods of time (travel required is 50% to include overnight)
  • Ability to be covered by company auto insurance plan

    • Physical Demands

    Regularly at site locations, on the ground and rooftops; sit, stand, walk, use both hands, reach above head, handle items; may require lifting 75+ pounds.

    Work Environment

    Primarily outdoor construction work. 95% travel support; up to 25% night / weekend work. Some work may occur in climate-controlled office environments.

    Seniority level

  • Entry level

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Information Technology

    • Industries

  • Telecommunications

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