Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: As a successful Fiber Splicer/tester, you will be responsible for the proper preparation, splicing, and testing of fiber optic cable within a telecommunications system. 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: 

• Prepare fiber cable into new or existing splice enclosure, tray, and splice fiber optic cable, to include single fiber and up to 432-count fiber 
• Splice fiber via fusion methods 
• Identify and access fibers in an existing splice enclosure 
• Respond to network outages and perform the required repairs 
• Install termination panels on customer premises as well as fiber terminals in an environmental cabinet and/or underground vault 
• Test cable with optical test equipment such as OTDR, power meter, fiber identifier, and fiber scope to troubleshoot and repair fiber 
• Test new fiber to the home networks for proper db levels and gpon information
• Complete testing and turn-ups of subscriber circuits 
• Analyze fiber traces 
• Complete the required close-out documentation for all splice locations 
• Secure Company and customer-issued assets and equipment in a safe manner at all times 
• Use of hand tools, ladders, and equipment to assist in the completion of an assigned project. 

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Preferred 2 years of related work experience 

• Working knowledge of telecommunications network structure 
• Familiarity with fiber optic cable, splice enclosures, and the functionality of each 
• Experience with backbone splicing  
• Ability to use OTDR and fusion splicing equipment 
• Ability to read fiber matrices 
• Ability to interpret and analyze data 
• Ability to troubleshoot problems 
• Willingness to Travel 
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook 
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including the ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis 
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions 

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Outdoor,

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