Construction Tech-Splicer

Uniti

Manchester (IA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Uniti is seeking a Construction Tech - Splicer to splice fiber optic and copper cables in outdoor and indoor settings. You will read schematics, maintain splicing records, and oversee outside plant activities while ensuring safety and project timelines. Travel may exceed 50% of the year and overtime may be required.

The role requires at least 1 year of splicing experience or related trade school certification, physical ability to lift 75 pounds, and a valid driver’s license with CDL eligibility.

Qualifications

1 year of copper or fiber splicing experience or related trade school certification.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work in all weather and at heights.
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain CDL.
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the year.

Responsibilities

Splice fiber optic and copper cables using hand tools or epoxy.
Construct splice cases including grounding and sealing.
Read staking sheets and blueprints.
Follow industry standards and safety procedures.
Prepare engineering field notes and records.
Support project contracts during engineering, permit and construction.
Measure signal strength at utility poles with test equipment.
Inspect lines and locate faults.
Perform routine maintenance and outside plant construction tasks.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Copper splicing

Reading schematics

Safety procedures

Time management

Education

Trade School certification in splicing

Tools

Construction equipment operation

Ladders & hand tools

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 experienceorrelated 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’s License Required: Driver’s License, ability to obtain CDL License.

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