Fiber Splicer

TD&I Cable Maintenance, LLC.; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TD&I Cable Maintenance, LLC. is seeking a skilled Fiber Splicer in Wisconsin to join our field operations team. The role involves splicing, repairing, and terminating copper, fiber, and coax cables, often from elevated bucket trucks.

You will document work daily and may travel for assignments, working outdoors in all weather. Responsibilities include installing splice capsules, testing with OTDR equipment, and coordinating with field crews to maintain service.

Qualifications

• 5 years of proven experience as a utility construction Fiber Splicer.
• Experience with splice schematics and telecommunications network structure.
• Familiarity with distributed split and distributed tap.

Responsibilities

• Splices, repairs, rearranges and terminates cable facilities.
• Installs required splice capsules and hardware.
• Tests fiber using OTDR and fusion splicing equipment for single and ribbon fiber.
• Maintains existing plant without causing signal interruption.
• Know cable size, gauge, colors and directions.

Skills

Fiber splicing

OTDR testing

Cable terminated and repaired

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Fusion splicing equipment

Splice capsules

Construction prints

Telecommunications schematics

Job description

Description

Join our dynamic team as a Fiber Splicer and become an integral part of providing top-tier connectivity services. As a skilled professional adept in connecting, rearranging, and maintaining outside cable infrastructure, including copper, fiber, and coax, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless connectivity for our customers. From working aloft in bucket trucks to climbing utility poles, you'll tackle diverse challenges with confidence. Your dedication to excellence will shine as you thrive in outdoor environments, even amidst inclement weather conditions, and respond promptly to emergency splicing needs. If you're ready to make a difference and embrace opportunities for growth, we welcome you to apply and embark on a rewarding journey with us.

The Fiber Splicer completes daily production reports to document work performed/materials used. Operates and performs work in a bucket truck (man-lift experience is a plus). As the Fiber Splicer often works alone, the employee is expected to exercise considerable self-initiation to complete the work and be available for travel.

Responsibilities

• Splices, repairs, rearranges and terminates cable facilities
• Installs required splice capsules and hardware
• Tests fiber using Optical Time Domain (OTDR) and fusion splicing equipment for single and ribbon fiber
• Maintains existing plant without causing signal failure interruptions
• Possess knowledge of cable size, gauge, count, and colors of cable direction
• Operates construction equipment or manually excavates as needed

Requirements

Requirements: 5 years of proven experience as a utility construction Fiber Splicer

• Valid DOT Medical Card (or willing to obtain) to operate a commercial vehicle (10,000 lbs. or under)
• In-depth knowledge of construction prints, splice schematics, and telecommunications network structure
• Must be familiar with distributed split and distributed tap.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate and report effectively, problem solving abilities.
• Good physical condition and stamina
• Personal computer (PC) experience and familiarity with Microsoft platforms (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)