Fiber Splicer

J. Tucker Construction, Inc.; Chase City (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k)

Job summary

National OnDemand, Inc. is seeking a Fiber Splicer to prepare, splice, and test fiber optics for our infrastructure projects across the United States.

The role involves operating bucket trucks, performing aerial and underground splicing, and ensuring network reliability through precise testing with fusion splicers and OTDRs. Candidate must have a high school diploma, 1–2 years of related training or experience, and be able to work nights and weekends in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of technical training/experience preferred.
• Experience in a cable construction environment is a plus.
• Must pass drug, background, DOT and MVR screenings.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and in all weather conditions.
• Must have valid driver’s license and be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate bucket truck and equipment for aerial fiber construction.
• Prepare and splice fiber in aerial and underground environments.
• Use fusion splicers, OTDRs and optical power meters for fiber work.
• Read and maintain fiber matrices and perform mid sheath entries.
• Follow OSHA safety requirements and directions from crew leader.
• Travel to other project sites as needed, possibly for up to 28 days.

Skills

Outdoor stamina

Reading fiber matrices

Team communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1–2 years technical training/experience

Tools

Fusion splicer

OTDR

Optical power meter

DOT & MVR screening equipment

Job description

National OnDemand, Inc. is a communications and utilities infrastructure provider delivering service solutions to the Fiber, Wireless, Energy and Technology sectors in the United States. Headquartered in Burlington, North Carolina, the Company provides full turnkey infrastructure solutions - on demand, anywhere across its service footprint and has secured and sustained its current standing in the market through the successful completion of mergers and acquisitions, along with demonstrable, steady organic growth.

National OnDemand, Inc. is a communications and utilities infrastructure provider delivering service solutions to the Fiber, Wireless, Energy and Technology sectors in the United States. Headquartered in Burlington, North Carolina, the Company provides full turnkey infrastructure solutions - on demand, anywhere across its service footprint and has secured and sustained its current standing in the market through the successful completion of mergers and acquisitions, along with demonstrable, steady organic growth. In this role, the Fiber Splicer plays a crucial part in ensuring the reliability and performance of fiber optic networks. They are responsible for the preparation, splicing, and testing of fiber optics, which are essential for modern communication and technology. The Fiber Splicer's work is integral to maintaining and expanding these networks, making them an indispensable part of our increasingly connected world.

Primary Position Duties

• Operating bucket truck as well as other equipment related to aerial fiber construction.
• Ability to proficiently prepare and splice all sizes of fiber sheaths in an aerial as well as underground environment.
• Ability to properly use fusion splicers, OTDRs, optical power meters and all tools necessary for preparing and splicing fiber.
• Ability to read and interpret fiber matrices.
• Ability to update and maintain fiber matrices.
• Ability to perform mid sheath fiber entries.
• Understand and follow OSHA safety requirements to complete the job(s) safely and efficiently.
• Communicate by phone frequently throughout the workday.
• Follow direction(s) specifically delivered from crew leader.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

The physical demands for this job include:

• Working primarily in the field.
• Working outdoors in all types of weather.
• Exposure to dust, fluctuating temperatures, and periodic high noise levels.

While Performing Job Duties, The Employee Is Required To

• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Stand, talk, and hear regularly.

Travel

• Travel to other project sites in different states may be required to assist with new project start-ups.
• Travel may be for up to a 28-day period

Education Or Skills

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• 1 to 2 years combination of technical training and/or experience.
• Previous experience in a cable construction environment preferred.
• Must be able to meet physical requirement of the position.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends, if necessary.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass drug, background, DOT & MVR screenings.

Benefits

This is a full time position with access to our comprehensive benefits which include paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and 401(k).

Equal Opportunity Employer

NATIONAL OnDemand, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The company’s policy does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. NATIONAL OnDemand, Inc. prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.