Drop (Splicing) Technician - Fiber

AFL Telecommunications, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC is hiring for a fiber splicing role in Austin, TX. You will splice fiber optic cables, both underground and aerial, and run fiber drops for our clients in residential and commercial sectors. Training is provided, and compensation includes $20/hr plus performance bonuses.

The job requires physical work, climbing ladders, operating trenching equipment, and willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays when needed. A valid driver’s license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in telecom is preferred but not required.
• Fully train you to splice fiber optic cable.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Valid state driver’s license and color vision.
• Able to carry up to 100 lbs. and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate trenching equipment such as a mini skid steer or walk-behind trencher.
• Splice fiber on utility poles and strands as part of service work.
• Serve residential and commercial customers with field crews.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Color vision

Valid driver’s license

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Flexible hours

Tools

Mini skid steer

Walk-behind trencher

Job description

Job Overview:
ITC is looking for motivated individuals to join our fiber splicing team! Experience in the Telecom industry is preferred but not required. We will fully train you to splice fiber optic cable and earn a great income. This includes underground and aerial splicing, as well as running fiber drops for our client. We service both residential and commercial customers.

Pay: $20/hr, plus bonus based on performance

Company Provides:
Vehicle, Gas, Cell Phone, Tablet, Uniform

Job Requirements:

• Operate various trenching equipment such as a mini skid steer or walk beside trencher.
• Capable of carrying, handling, and climbing 28-ft ladders
• Ability to work at heights: Splicing fiber on utility poles and strands
• Ability to lift and move up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to work flexible hours with the understanding that workdays can be in excess of normal hours and weekend and holiday work may be required.
• Valid state driver’s license and non-negligent driving record.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol screen.
• Ability to visually perceive differences in wire and cable colors.
• Ability to complete on-the-job and/or classroom training in order to remain competitive in the telecommunications field.

Physical Demands:

• Work involves standing, talking, hearing, using hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
• Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment; and ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
• The employee must frequently push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inclement weather conditions.
• The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.
• The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.

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