Cable Splicer

Lansing Board of Water and Light; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,952 - 93,932; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(a) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Two on-site fitness centers

Forgivable $5,000 loan for home purchase

Job summary

A municipal utility provider in Lansing, Michigan, is seeking a skilled Cable Splicer to join their team. The ideal candidate will handle high voltage splicing, locate and repair cable faults, and ensure safety compliance. Candidates should have journey worker certification and be prepared to work in varied physical conditions, including confined spaces. This role offers competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be respirator certified to work in confined spaces.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to distinguish colors for wire coding.

Responsibilities

• Splice high voltage and secondary network systems.
• Locate and repair cable faults.
• Attend training for safety awareness and skills improvement.

Skills

High voltage splicing

Confined space work

Asbestos handling

Lead cable work

Education

Journey worker certification as Cable Splicer

Tools

Jackhammer

Splicing tools

Job description

Cable Splicer page is loaded## Cable Splicerlocations: Lansing, MItime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100191Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.Starting Salary Range: $58.03 - $58.03**GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:**Responsible for splicing high voltage and secondary network systems (power cables used in underground distribution) and street lighting. Fully capable of installing, splicing and terminating high voltage at 13.2kV and below. Locating and repairing cable faults of all kinds. Performs all other underground work involving construction, maintenance, repair and routine inspection.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*** Operates all tools and equipment pertaining to underground distribution.* Identifies and handles all materials and components associated with underground residential distribution (URD).* Identifies and handles all materials and components associated with lead cable work.* Reads and interprets various underground-related prints and drawings.* Splices lead cable, 350 and 500 MCM, including straight lead splices, wye lead splices, up to quad lead splices.* Communicates with employees, other departments and Line Department personnel to ensure proper understanding of job procedures and daily activities.* Communicates with customers to promote a positive awareness of BWL responsibility.* Required to follow BWL Safety Manual and wear required personal protective equipment.* Attends training for safety awareness or skills improvement as assigned by supervisor, BWL or governmental agency such as MIOSHA.**JOB SPECIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES*** Journey worker certification as Cable Splicer and experience working in high voltage and secondary network systems.* Must be respirator certified to work in confined spaces.* Must work with asbestos and lead.* Must have an annual physical and be monitored for blood lead levels.**COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE (CDL):**Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Upon hire they must provide proof of successful completion of the State of Michigan written portion of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) examination and pass the Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam. Within six months of the date of hire they must successfully pass the Michigan CDL skills/road test. Individuals will be subject to DOT requirements in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), including random testing for controlled substances & alcohol.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**Operates jackhammer and various tools and materials weighing up to 75 lbs. Operates various types of trucks and equipment. Splicing requires sitting in awkward positions about 45% of the time and working in trenches, handholes, vaults, and access openings. Stands on uneven terrain about 35% of time. Pulling cable requires walking on uneven terrain 25% of time. Climbs ladders, stairs and ramps. Wire coding requires good vision in order to distinguish colors. Must be able to communicate emergency information. Good hearing required to troubleshoot localized sounds.**WORKING CONDITIONS:**All temperature and humidity ranges, indoors and outdoors. Noise and dust levels may be high at times. Possible confined/tight spaces.Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth. Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, parental leave and 11 paid holidays. Comprehensive benefits package offered including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program. Voluntary benefits including vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and BWL's Home Purchase Plan – Forgivable $5,000 loan for purchase of a home in Lansing. Retirement programs including 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan (DC) (100% company paid up to 9.5 % of base salary for BU positions and up to 13% of base salary for NBU positions), 457 Deferred Compensation matches up to $2,500 per year. Post retirement benefits offered at the respective level of coverage, co-pays and health care premium, at the same level as active employees. Two fitness centers located on site open 24/7, work life balance program, employee assistance program, free parking and much more! **About BWL:** The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities. **The Location:** Lansing lies at the heart of the Great Lakes State and offers all the beauty and splendor of the four seasons. A haven for swimming, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, golf, and hunting, mid-Michigan is also just a couple hours from premier skiing and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakeshores in the world on our Lake Michigan Coast. Lansing itself is only minutes and miles away from two of the nation’s premier universities, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, and boasts miles of walking, running, biking trails, Potter Park Zoo, professional sports, the arts, and fine dining. **THE BOARD OF WATER & LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**The Lansing Board of Water & Light is a municipally-owned public utility that provides safe, reliable and affordable utility products and services to around 100,000 electric and 58,000 water customers throughout the greater Lansing area.Our mission is to is to provide a safe, reliable and affordable utility experience through public ownership, climate consciousness and innovative strategies.