Cable Splicer Helper

Frontier Communications Corporation; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Communications Corporation is seeking a Cable Splicer Helper in Baytown, TX to support splice operations, follow safety practices, and assist engineers with testing and troubleshooting.

The role requires physical stamina, climbing, lifting, and reading work prints. Training is provided on the job, with classroom components as needed to build skills.

Qualifications

• Reads, writes, and performs basic math operations.
• Must be able to distinguish true colors.
• Requires normal hearing and ability to distinguish tones.
• Must be able to climb poles/ladders up to 60 feet.
• Requires frequent lifting up to 75 pounds and occasional up to 150 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Wears safety apparel and follows established safety procedures.
• Loads tools, material, and equipment on company vehicles and travels to sites.
• Connects/rearranges cable facilities per engineering design using hand tools and equipment.
• Uses test equipment to locate cable trouble and perform tests.
• Works aloft, in manholes, vaults, and restricted spaces; reads prints/diagrams.

Skills

Reading & writing

Mathematical calculations

Color recognition

Stamina

Safety awareness

Job description

Cable Splicer Helper

Req ID: CABLE014208Job Title: Cable Splicer HelperLocation: 8304 N MAIN STREET, BAYTOWN, TX 77521Union: CWA 6171 - CBA 048Hiring Manager: Shawn Connary# of Openings: 1Posting Dates: 8/10/26-8/21/26Wage Range: $15.64 - $30.00 per hour

General Duties

• Wears appropriate safety apparel and is aware of and follows all established safety practices and procedures.
• Loads necessary tools, material and equipment on Company vehicles and drives or rides to work locations.
• Connects and rearranges cable facilities associated with aerial, buried, underground and in buildings according to engineering design by utilizing hand tools and specialized equipment.
• Utilizes special test equipment to test for and locate cable trouble and perform cable completion tests.
• Works with open flame and hot liquids such as molten lead to make airtight closures on cable sleeves.
• Reads and interprets work prints and diagrams and is familiar with current practices pertinent to each job assignment.
• Climbs poles; works aloft on platforms or in vehicle‑mounted buckets; enters tunnels, buildings, trenches, splice pits, cable vaults and manholes.
• Uses test equipment to check for gas in manholes and empties water and debris from manholes.
• Operates power equipment such as pumps, compressors, blowers, backhoes and trenchers.
• Monitors and ensures proper cable pressurization is maintained.
• Inspects vehicles for safe operating conditions, and ensures proper servicing is done on such vehicles.
• Maintains accuracy in all reporting functions.
• Works long hours during cutovers, emergency conditions or in inclement weather. Work may be performed aloft in winter or at night; also in dirty, damp manholes often in awkward positions. Work involves considerable eye concentration. Repair work is done under the pressure of time.
• Heavy lifting may be required in handling tools, materials and supplies.
• May be required to work day, evening or night tours, overtime, emergency call‑outs, weekends and out‑of‑town assignments as required.
• Plans and supervises work of cable splicer helper.
• Classroom training may be away from home location.
• May be required to perform additional duties and tasks as required by the Company.

Basic Qualifications

• Tests - Results obtained in standard tests for this position must meet minimum requirements established by the Company, in accordance with Company policy.
• Must be able to read, write and perform the following mathematical calculations: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Previous experience as a Cable Splicer Helper or other related experience would be helpful.
• Must have ability to distinguish true colors.
• Normal hearing; must be able to distinguish tones.
• Requires climbing poles/ladders up to 60 feet.
• Requires frequent lifting up to 75 pounds; occasional lifting up to 150 pounds.
• Frequent reaching or moving of heavy objects by shoving or pulling with arms and hands.
• May require frequent stooping and crawling in restricted area, including vaults.
• Requires prolonged standing and off-balanced positioning while working aloft.
• May work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Ability to drive vehicle with manual gear shift.

Training

• Classroom and on‑the‑job training.

We are deeply committed to attracting talented team members in the US from all backgrounds regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability status, or nationality. However, at this time, we are not sponsoring any Visas.

Connecting communities is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.

Frontier Communications is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.