Construction-Splicer

Colonial Group; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Splicer for its construction team to splice fiber optic and copper cables in outdoor and indoor settings. You will read and maintain splicing schematics, manage OSP activities, and support on-site safety and project timelines.

Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints, recording splice locations, and maintaining material inventory. Travel may exceed 50% based on business needs; this is a safety-sensitive position requiring DOT readiness and valid credentials.

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor and indoor splicing environments.
• Ability to interpret staking sheets and blueprints.
• Possess valid driver’s license and ability to obtain CDL post-hire.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Ability to pass DOT certification pre-hire.
• Safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Splice cables using hand tools, epoxy, or mechanical equipment.
• Read and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams.
• Interpret staking sheets and blueprints.
• Perform work in accordance with industry standards and safety procedures.
• Prepare engineering field notes and update drawings.
• Maintain daily records and inventory of materials.
• Support project timelines and on-site safety meetings.
• Measure signal strength at utility poles and test lines.

Skills

Splicing fiber optic & copper

Read schematics & diagrams

On-call / overtime readiness

DOT certification pre-hire

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Tools

Construction equipment operation

Electronic test equipment

Grounding/bonding techniques

Job description

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.
• Minimum qualifications to obtain a CDL post-hire.
• 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:

• Pole climbing experience.
• 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.