Coax Splicer (Brevard, NC) EG127

ITG Communications, LLC; Brevard (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company in Brevard, North Carolina is seeking a Coax Splicer for full-time work. The successful candidate will be responsible for splicing coax cables, performing riser transfers, and maintaining safety standards in all conditions. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of experience, along with the ability to lift heavy materials and work outdoors. Ongoing on-the-job training will be provided, including evening and weekend work as necessary.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in the field.
• Must be available to work long periods including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Splice coax cable of all sizes efficiently and accurately.
• Dig up and transfer risers, repair faults as needed.
• Maintain safety standards during all tasks.

Skills

Troubleshooting abilities

Excellent mechanical skills

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to work as a team

Oral communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Coax Splicer works independently splicing coax span replacements, SDU new builds, Riser transfers, forced relocates and other jobs as assigned by supervision. The Coax Splicer is part of a team responsible to upgrade the existing plant, plant extensions, and new building construction.

Responsibilities

• Splice Coax cable of all sizes .875, .715, .700, .625, .540, .500, as well as .750, .650 and .500 mcsq.
• Dig up and transfer risers from pole to pole, and dig and repair faults as needed.
• Efficiently and accurately splice span replacements, SDU, SMB, Forced Relocate both aerial and underground.
• Carry and comfortably use a ladder in rear easements.
• Read meters to verify EOL readings on all jobs and properly document them.
• Set up Forward and Return/balance.
• Must be able to splice on active devices efficiently.
• Balancing and optimizing of nodes (training available if not familiar) on SDU, FTTU‑vhub locations.
• Must be able to efficiently call‑in flashes/smops and work with HFC to close these when complete.
• Maintain safety standards at all times.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent, and at least two (2) years of experience.
• On-the-job training offered. Must be available to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit.
• Ability to use hands to handle or feet.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to climb and balance.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs as needed.
• Ability to maintain all safety expectations.
• Works outdoors for extended periods.
• Exposed to extreme weather conditions.
• Drive and operate a bucket truck safely.
• Must be able to operate machinery in all weather conditions and terrains.
• Must be able to work at heights and/or confined spaces.

Key Competencies, Skills, Abilities

• Troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent mechanical skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work as a team.
• Oral communication skills.

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Telecommunications

Additional Comments

ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also ITG’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.