Fiber Splicer

Douglas Fast Net; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

200% 401(k) match capping at 9%

100% employer paid medical, dental, &

vision plans for employees with depend

Dependent coverage options

Free 1 Gig high speed fiber internet

PTO package

10 paid holidays including birthday

Job summary

Douglas Fast Net is seeking an experienced fiber splicer to join our team in Eugene, OR. The role involves splicing SM/MM fibers in varied environments, testing with OTDRs, and coordinating with engineering leadership on outages and maintenance.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of fiber splicing or broadband technician experience, can lift heavy loads, and holds a valid driver's license. A strong customer focus and willingness to work after hours are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a fiber splicer or broadband technician for a minimum of two years.
• Able to meet physical demands: lift up to 100 pounds intermittently, 50 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read engineering and construction documentation.
• Live within 30 minutes of service territory.
• Knowledge of aerial and underground construction concepts.
• Ability to learn new software and applications used in the industry.
• Professional appearance and customer service oriented.
• Willing to work after hours and in urgent situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Fuse or mechanically splice SM or MM fibers in multiple environments including aerial and underground; terminate fiber using various methods.
• Assess current plant infrastructure and determine best construction methods.
• Place main fiber cables into splice case and terminate fibers.
• Perform testing utilizing OTDRs and other equipment.
• Work with Engineering and OSP Leadership to perform splicing as directed.
• Provide accurate and detailed reports of splicing activity in a timely manner.
• Able to perform installations in residences and businesses following DFN standards.
• On-call rotation for emergencies, teardowns, and maintenance; direct field work as needed.
• Maintain safety and a positive work ethic; operate a company vehicle including bucket truck.
• Maintain knowledge of cables and supplies and follow safety regulations.

Skills

Fiber splicing

OTDR testing

Physical stamina

Customer service

Tools

OTDRs

Job description

Do you have experience splicing fiber? Are you looking for opportunities to work overtime? Our fiber splicer role might be a great fit for you.

Why work at DFN?

At DFN, we strive to take care of our employees on and off the job.

Just to highlight a few of our amazing benefits:

• We offer a 200% 401(k) match capping at 9%
• 100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision plans plan for employees with affordable dependent coverage options.
• Free 1 Gig high speed fiber internet service if you live within our service territory.
• PTO package and 10 paid holidays including two days off for your birthday.

If this position sounds like the perfect fit for you, please see additional details below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Fuse or mechanically splice SM or MM fibers in multiple environments including aerial and underground. Terminate fiber using a variety of connection methods.

• Assess current plant infrastructure and determine best methods for construction.

• Place main fiber cables into splice case and terminate fibers.

• Perform testing utilizing OTDRs and other testing equipment.

• Work with Engineering and OSP Leadership to perform splicing as directed.

• Provide accurate and detailed reports of splicing activity in a timely manner.

• Able to perform installations in residences and businesses following DFN and industry standards and guidelines.

• Willing and able to be on an on-call rotation for emergencies, teardowns, and scheduled maintenances. Able to run outages as a point man in the field directing the work of others as needed.

• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. This is a high productivity position with minimal supervision.

• Safely operate a company vehicle including a bucket truck.

• Maintain knowledge of various cables and supplies.

• Maintain safe work environment by following codes, standards, and legal regulations.

• This job description covers the most crucial key and supplemental duties performed in the position, but does not include other occasional work, which may be similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the position.

Other projects will be assigned as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working as a fiber splicer or broadband technician or equivalent for a minimum of two years.

• Able to meet physical demands with reasonable accommodation if necessary. This position is considered moderately physical work and will be required to lift, push or pull up to 100 pounds intermittently, 50 pounds occasionally, and 10 pounds frequently. This position also requires fine finger manipulation and 20/20 vision to work with fine fibers.

• Possess advanced knowledge related to installation and repairs. Ability to be responsible for major outage repairs.

• Clean driving record free from major moving violations within the last three years and a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to read engineering and construction documentation.

• Knowledge of aerial and underground construction concepts.

• Live within 30 minutes of existing serviceable territory.

• Have NESC standards for clearance memorized.

• Ability to learn new software and applications specific to the industry and position, most often using a cell phone to document while on the job.

• Professional appearance and customer service oriented.

• Ability to exercise good judgement, courtesy, patience and tact in public contact and problem resolution.

• Willing to work after business hours as needed and in urgent situations

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

DFN is a drug free workplace. All employees are required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen as well as random and for cause screens during employment as applicable.