Copper Cable Splicer, Portland ME

Centerline; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerline is seeking a Copper Cable Splicer in Portland, Maine. The role involves splicing, troubleshooting, and maintaining copper and fiber optic systems. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience in splicing and related telecommunications work, an industry-recognized certification, and must be able to travel locally within Maine. The working conditions may vary, and proficiency in safety regulations is essential to ensure safe work practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in splicing, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber optic and copper cable.
• Experience with the installation and repair of telecommunications equipment is necessary.
• Must have awareness of safety regulations for Line Companies, including DOT and OSHA.

Responsibilities

• Splice, rearrange, and terminate copper cables.
• Install and seal closures on copper cables.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair copper cable systems.

Skills

Splicing and testing copper and fiber optic cable

Troubleshooting and repair

Reading technical drawings

Ability to distinguish colors

Fine motor skills

Visual acuity

Education

High School Degree

Industry-recognized certification in splicing and testing

Tools

Signal generators

Oscilloscopes

Volt/ohm meters

Transmission measuring sets

Job description

The Copper Cable Splicer will work in ISP. OSP, aerial, buried copper, coax and fiber builds throughout the Maine region. Our Fairfield Maine office is growing due to the tremendous amount of work available in the Maine region. We are looking to add local qualified, and technically knowledgeable technicians to our team.

What You Will Do

• Splice, rearrange, and terminate copper cables in aerial, buried, underground, or office environments.
• Install and seal closures on copper cables to industry standards.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair copper cable systems, including outside plant facilities, wire, terminals, and loop carrier electronics.
• Read and interpret staking sheets, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Locate and clear cable faults, ensuring proper function and reliability.
• Prepare cables for splicing, pressurization, and long‑term maintenance; monitor air flow and pressure in aerial and underground cables.
• Use specialized testing equipment (signal generators, oscilloscopes, volt/ohm meters, transmission measuring sets, etc.) to diagnose and correct system defects.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, repairs, and test results.

What You Will Need

• At least five years of experience in splicing, troubleshooting, repairing, and testing fiber optic and copper cable.
• Four years of experience in the installation and/or repair of fiber‑optic cable and other related telecommunications equipment.
• Ability to distinguish the difference between colors.
• Industry‑recognized certification in splicing and testing copper and fiber optic cable.
• Local and overnight travel in Maine should be expected due to the size of the state; it would include hotel and per diem allowance.
• High School Degree.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Fine motor skills and visual acuity are required for success.
• May need to respond in stressful or urgent situations.
• Awareness of all Safety regulations for Line Companies; knowledge of all Utility, N.E.S.C., DOT, and OSHA Safety Rules.

Work Environment

• Repeated and frequent ability to lift, from floor to above head, 25 lbs continuously.
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity. Drive and operate a vehicle, and/or bucket.
• Environmental Conditions exposure is heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration, and very loud noise.
• Requires the ability to sit for extended periods, stand, bend, walk, communicate via telephone, computer, and/or face‑to‑face contact, vision to monitor, and use basic office equipment such as a personal computer, copier and fax machines regularly during the course of work.
• Work is performed in and out of an office environment.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

AAP/EEO Statement

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.