Construction Tech-Splicer

Colonial Group

Manchester (IA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Construction Tech - Splicer to splice fiber optic and copper cables in outdoor and indoor settings. The role involves reading schematics, maintaining splicing records, and supervising outside plant activities to support project timelines.

Travel up to 50% of the year is required and safety is emphasized. Applicants should have 1 year of splicing experience or related trade school certification, the ability to lift 75 pounds, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

1 year of copper and/or fiber cable splicing experience or related trade school certification.
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 on-call rotations including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime.
Valid driver’s license and able to obtain CDL.
DOT certification ability.
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the year.

Responsibilities

Splice cables using hand tools, epoxy, or mechanical equipment.
Read and interpret staking sheets and blueprints.
Work to industry standards and follow engineers’ instructions and safety procedures.
Prepare field notes and maintain splice records and schematics.
Assist in permitting and construction processes to support contracts.
Measure signal strength at utility poles with test equipment.
Inspect lines and analyze test results to locate faults.
Perform routine maintenance and outdoor plant tasks.
Engage in outside plant construction activities.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Copper splicing

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

DOT compliance

Tools

Hand tools

Testing equipment

Grounding/bonding

Job description

***This position follows a union bidding process***

About the Role:

Construction Tech - Splicer is responsible for splicing various sizes of fiber optic and copper cables in both outdoor and indoor settings, including reading, creating and maintaining splicing schematics and diagrams; maintain control of outside plant (OSP) activities surrounding the assigned work site(s), supporting project timelines; maintaining 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; daily record keeping (fiber route details, slack locations, splice locations and updating drawings) with any changes; maintaining material inventory, DOT vehicle inspection; and other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, outside plant construction and any tasks associated with outside plant construction. 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 role.

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.
Understand 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 detailand 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.
Outside plant construction tasks.
Other work as assigned.

Do You Have?

1 year of copper and/or fiber cable splicing experienceor related Trade School certification in-lieu of one year of experience.
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.
Ability to pass DOT certification.
Ability to Travel
Exceptional time-management and attention to detail to complete all paperwork accurately and on-time.

Even Better:

5 or more years of experience, including pole climbing.
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%

Repetitive Hand Action: >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: Continuously: 67-100% |Operate Foot Control: 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 License Required: Driver's License, ability to obtain CDL License.

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