Copper Splicer

Motive Holding Companies LLC; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm is seeking a Copper Splicing Technician in Anaheim, California. The role involves splicing and maintaining copper cables, requiring expertise in climbing utility poles and working under various weather conditions. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of telecommunications experience and must be physically fit to carry out tasks at height. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of OSP lineman, telecommunications experience preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must pass drug and background screening.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and test copper cables.
• Climb utility poles safely to access work areas.
• Read and interpret blueprints and splice diagrams.

Skills

OSP lineman experience

Telecommunications knowledge

Climbing utility poles

OTDR Testing and Troubleshooting

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Motive Infrastructure Solutions - Corona

About Us:
Motive is a full service, self-performing, turnkey, infrastructure solutions provider for the wireless and wireline telecommunications industry. We are a single point of accountability for designing, building, upgrading, and maintaining your networks. No project hands-off minimizes overall development time & cost and maximizes quality control. Our areas of expertise are Site acquisition, Architecture, engineering & design, Project & construction management, Installation & maintenance, Product Sales & Distribution.

Purpose and Scope

The Copper Splicing Technician will splice and maintain copper cable as well as various communication equipment for both landline and wireless communications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, repair and test copper cables using bucket trucks or by climbing poles or ladders, or entering tunnels, trenches, or confined spaces.
• Must be able to work safely, strictly follow safety guidelines working in the vicinity of power, working aloft, working in confined spaces, building rooftops through basements and roadside.
• Climb stepped and non-stepped utility poles to access work areas. Climbing with gaffs required.
• Able to connect and rearrange cable facilities per Splice Documents.
• Clean or maintain tools or test equipment. Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order. Maintain work equipment or machinery.
• Read and interpret blueprints and splice Diagrams

Qualifications

• 3+ years of OSP lineman, telecommunications experience preferred
• Properly climb wood poles with the ability to safely use ladders
• Candidate should be able to perform all duties in telecom construction
• Experience with OTDR Testing and Trouble shooting
• Knowledge of Cable Size, Count and Color Code
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be able to carry 70 lbs., to include an extension ladder
• Must be able to work at heights of 45' feet
• Must be able to bend, stand, sit, crawl, climb and lift throughout work shift
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to pass drug and background screening
• Meet 275lbs weight limit due to safety restriction

Working Conditions

• Splicing Technicians must be comfortable working at great heights and in confined spaces. You must be able to climb utility poles balance while working on them.
• The work often requires that you drive utility vehicles and work outdoors.
• Splicing Technicians often must work under challenging weather conditions, such as in snow, wind, rain, and extreme heat and cold.
• Travel and weekend work may be required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in aerial buckets that have a restriction of 300 pounds with PPE and tools.
• Ability to lift and move up to 70 pounds including ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder, (approx. 28 ft high and 75 pounds).