Construction-Splicer

Uniti Group; Dalton, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Health Savings Account

Life and AD&D Insurance

Educational Assistance Plan

Job summary

Uniti Group seeks a field Splicer to join our construction team in Dalton, GA. You will splice fiber optic and copper cables, create and update splicing diagrams, and oversee outside plant activities.

Travel up to 50% may be required; safety, DOT compliance, and accurate record-keeping are essential. Role involves reading engineering drawings, maintaining splice records, and adapting to various weather and site conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to travel up to 50% and work in varied environments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain CDL.
• Ability to pass DOT certification pre-hire.

Responsibilities

• Splice cables using hand tools, epoxy, or mechanical equipment.
• Splice fiber optic and copper cables; construct splice cases with grounding and sealing.
• Read schematics, read staking sheets and blueprints, maintain splice records.
• Maintain safety procedures and participate in safety meetings.
• Maintain field notes, inspect and test lines, and manage on-site paperwork.

Skills

Lifting 75 lbs

CDL

DOT certification

Valid driver’s license

Travel up to 50%

Job description

# Construction-Splicerlocation\\_on615 S Thornton Ave, Dalton, GA 30720, USAcalendar\\_todayPosted September 23, 2026Req #7701Apply via Dayforce## Job DescriptionKinetic, a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), is a premier insurgent provider of multi-gigabit fiber internet, whole-home Wi-Fi, internet security, and voice services in 1,400 markets across 18 states in across the U.S. Additional information about Kinetic is available at www.GoKinetic.com**\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_** **About the Role:**As a Splicer on the construction team, you will be responsible for splicing various sizes of fiber optic and copper cables in both outdoor and indoor settings. You will read, create and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams; maintain control of outside plant (OSP) activities surrounding the assigned work site(s), support project timelines; maintain the safety of the crew by providing direction regarding procedures, road safety, manhole safety and general on-site project oversight attending safety meetings as requested. You will keep daily records (fiber route details, slack locations, splice locations and updating drawings), maintain material inventory and DOT vehicle inspection. There are other tasks related to OSP construction that will come up at times. The job will include work on weekends, holidays, standby, unscheduled hours and overtime. Travel is required and may be over 50% of the year depending on the business needs. This is a safety sensitive position**What You’ll Do:*** Splice cables using hand tools, epoxy, or mechanical equipment as required.* Splice fiber optic and copper cables including both loose tube and ribbon optic cables. Construct a proper splice case, including but not limited to grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage and sealing. Prepare and maintain splicing records, schematics and diagrams.* Interpret staking sheets and blueprints.* Perform work in accordance with industry standards. Be familiar with RUS standards, read and follow design engineers’ instructions and specifications, maintain the scope of work on the project and adhere to safety procedures.* Prepare engineering field notes. Interpret buried underground and aerial telecom facilities in records, on maps and in the field with clarity and detail.* Make recommendations for changes in running line or construction methodologies.* Participate in engineering, permit and construction processes to support project contracts as required.* Measure signal strength at utility poles, using electronic test equipment.* Inspect or test lines or cables, recording and analyzing test results, to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults or malfunctions.* Perform routine maintenance. Recognize and repair route issues including hand hole cleanup, sign placement, and weed control as required.**Do You Have:*** Ability to lift/push/pull up to 75 pounds.* Ability to work in all weather conditions, year-round.* Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.* Ability to work an on-call schedule rotation as well as days/nights/overnights/weekends/holidays/overtime, as needed.* Valid driver’s license.* Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL* Ability to pass DOT certification pre-hire.* Ability to travel up to 50%.* Exceptional time-management and attention to detail to complete all paperwork accurately and on-time.**Even Better:*** OSHA 10 Hour Safety Course and Buck Squeeze (Pole Climbing Certifications)* Proficient at operating various Construction Equipment.**Physical Tasks** – Standing Continuously: 67-100% | Walking Continuously: 67 – 100% | Sitting Occasionally: 0-33%**Driving** - Car: Occasionally: 0-33% | Van: Continuously: 67-100% | CMV: Occasionally: 0-33% | Climbing: Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Continuously: 67-100% | Crouching: Continuously: 67-100%| Pushing-Pulling: Continuously: 67-100% |Carrying: Continuously: 67-100% | Reaching Above Head: Continuously: 67-100% | Lifting-Lowering >1-15 lbs.: Continuously: 67-100% | >15-30 lbs.: Continuously: 67-100% | >30+ lbs.: Continuously: 67-100%**Repetitive Hand Action**: >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: Continuously: 67-100% |Operate Foot Control: Continuously: 67-100%**Audio Visual Needs** - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Continuously: 67-100% |Peripheral Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination: Continuously: 67-100%**Exposures to**: Cold: Frequently: 34-66%, Heat: Frequently: 34-66%, Dampness: Frequently: 34-66%, Heights: Frequently: 34-66%, Vibration: Frequently: 34-66%, Skin Irritants: Frequently: 34-66%, Lung Irritants: Dust: Frequently: 34-66%, Fumes/Gases: Frequently: 34-66%,**Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment**: Test Equipment, Ladders, Climbing Hooks, Hand and Power Tools, Van, Buried power equipment, Digger Derrick, and other applicable heavy-duty equipment.**Types of Driver’s License Required**: Driver’s License, ability to obtain CDL License. **\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_**Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.**Our Benefits:*** Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans* 401K Plan* Health & Flexible Savings Account* Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans* Educational Assistance PlanUniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.**Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens:** Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. 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