Fiber Splicer

Michigan Broadband Services; Carney (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental and life insurance

Holiday pay

Paid time off

Per diem eligible

Job summary

Michigan Broadband Services is seeking a talented Splicer to join our team. This role requires regular travel throughout Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Michigan.

The successful candidate will perform physical labor, work efficiently, and be highly self-motivated; training and tools are provided, along with a highly competitive wage and full benefits package. Responsibilities include preparing outside plant fiber optic cables for splicing, splicing fiber optic cable,

Qualifications

• Experience in fiber optic splicing and reading technical prints is preferred.
• Ability to operate test equipment like OTDR and power meters.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple jobs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare outside plant fiber optic cables for splicing.
• Splice fiber optic cable.
• Operate OTDR and power meters for troubleshooting.
• Service and upgrade telecom services.
• Generate reports for testing and production.
• Adhere to standards and specifications.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Read prints

OTDR testing

Documentation

Computer skills

Tools

OTDR

Power meters

Job description

Michigan Broadband Services is looking for a talented Splicer to join our team. This role requires regular travel throughout Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Michigan.

The ideal applicant will be willing to perform physical labor, work efficiently, and must be highly self-motivated. This position offers a highly competitive wage and a full benefit package. Training and tools are provided.

Primary Responsibilities

• Preparing various types of outside plant fiber optic cables for splicing
• Splicing fiber optic cable
• Operating fiber optic test equipment (OTDR and power meters) for trouble-shooting purposes
• Servicing and upgrading various telecommunication services
• Generating various reports for testing and production
• Performing all aspects of the work in accordance with standards and specifications

Qualifications

• Previous technical field experience preferred
• Ability to read and accurately apply job prints, staking sheets, and splicing details
• Computer proficient
• At least one year of previous splicing experience is desired

The successful candidate will be a demonstrated self-starter with the ability to prioritize and complete daily work assignments without close supervision, although regular communication regarding the status of various assigned jobs will be required.

Additional Minimum Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds,
• Valid driver’s license with a clear 3-year driving record
• Ability to work in close and confined spaces
• Ability to perform physically exerting tasks with routine exposure to dust, dirt, wind, and temperature extremes
• Shift, overtime, weekend work and/or overnight stays will be required.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental and life insurance
• Holiday pay
• Paid time off
• Per diem eligible