Fiber Splicer (Indiana)

Henkels & McCoy; North Norfolk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Fiber Splicers to join their dynamic Telecom program. This role involves installing and testing fiber optic cables in diverse environments, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates will utilize advanced splicing machines and testing equipment while working collaboratively with a dedicated team. The position demands physical stamina and a commitment to safety, making it ideal for those passionate about telecommunications and infrastructure. Join a company that values your skills and offers a supportive work environment, where your contributions will help shape the future of connectivity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a fiber splicer with outside plant installations.
• Ability to detect safety issues and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Install and test fiber cable in various environments, adhering to safety principles.
• Use fiber splicing machines and perform testing with OTDRs and power meters.

Skills

Fiber Splicing

Safety Awareness

Blueprint Reading

Manual Labor

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Fiber Fusion Splicing Machines

OTDR

Power Meter

Job description

Overview

Henkels & McCoy (H&M) is an industry-leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure design, construction, and maintenance services for the power, oil & gas pipeline, gas distribution, and communication markets throughout North America. Founded in 1923, H&M adapts nearly a century of experience to the dynamic infrastructure needs of today. H&M has been recognized with an E.I. DuPont Safety Excellence Award and is a founding member of the ET&D Partnership, a collaborative industry partnership working to reduce fatalities, injuries, and illnesses in the electric line construction industry. H&M is a subsidiary of MasTec, a certified Minority-Controlled Company by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

Henkels & McCoy is currently seeking Fiber Splicers for our Telecom program in Indiana.

Current work locations are: Elkhart, Valparaiso, Lafayette, Kokomo, Marion.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and advance Henkels & McCoy’s Safety Principles and work with foreman/construction manager to plan installations as required.
• Use and understand the fiber optic color code, read prints, and install and test fiber cable in a variety of environments (underground, aerial).
• Bond and ground fibers according to current specifications.
• Place both aerial and underground splice closures along with a variety of other closures common to the splicing and termination of fiber optic cables.
• Use fiber fusion splicing machines (including a mass fusion splicing machine) and operate a variety of different OTDR and power meters.
• Perform testing utilizing OTDRs, Power Meter/Light Sources, and VFLs; record and document testing per customer specifications.
• Maintain a professional working attitude with co-workers and customers at all times.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a fiber splicer with experience on outside plant or system installations while working from blueprints, specifications, and system documentation.
• Thorough working knowledge of widely used construction practices of fiber cable.
• Ability to detect safety issues and work independently.
• A pre-employment, on-site skills assessment certification will be required; the applicant must successfully prove to the satisfaction of the construction supervision that he/she possesses the fiber splicing abilities required for this position.
• This position requires significant time doing manual labor functions, walking on uneven ground, working in tight spaces, and performing overall physically demanding tasks. Must be able to perform heavy physical work and duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must be capable of carrying up to a 32-foot ladder and wearing fall protection when needed.
• Work up to 5 days per week (ability to work overtime as required) in an all-weather environment and be willing to travel as required.
• All applicants must follow safety guidelines and wear personal protective equipment at all times.
• All applicants must speak the English language fluently and clearly.

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Henkels & McCoy is a Union Contractor.