Fiber Splicer

Fiber Network Services Inc.; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health insurance

Holidays

Sick leave

Vacation

Casual work environment

Job summary

Fiber Network Services Inc. seeks a Broadband Fiber Splicer for its Huntington/Culloden, WV location. You will splice, balance, activate and troubleshoot signal paths for coax and fiber projects, and report progress using digital tools.

Requirements include 3+ years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, safe PPE usage, and a valid driver’s license. The role involves outdoor work, potential on-call duties, and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Valid driver’s license and safe use of PPE.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather and be on time.

Responsibilities

• Splice, balance, activate and troubleshoot forward/reverse signal paths for coax/fiber projects.
• Optimize nodes and work with harmonic nodes where applicable.
• Track and report daily work using email, Excel and other digital tools.
• Work 40-50 hours per week with potential on-call duties.

Skills

Fiber splicing

TDR

Safety PPE

Communication

Coax knowledge

Outdoors work

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Aerial lift/Bucket truck

Coring tools

MS Excel

Email

Job description

Fiber Network Services is a communications contractor offering a full range of fiber optic and cable network services. Servicing Cox Communications, Comcast Cable, Segra and Suddenlink in the States of Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and in Washington D.C., we are a trusted resource for cabling and maintaining high-speed internet connectivity via fiber optic and coaxial systems.

We are looking for a Broadband Fiber Splicer for our Huntington/ Culloden, WV location.

Job Responsibilities (But not limited to):

• Splice, balance, activate and troubleshoot forward and reverse signal paths for new coax construction and BAU projects. Typical Coax sizes are .625 and .875.
• Capable of optimizing nodes and familiar with harmonic nodes
• Track and report daily work via digital methods, Email, Excel, etc.
• Hours/Week: 40-50

Job Requirements:

• Will require knowledge and proper safe usage of Aerial lift Bucket Trucks as well as the ability to use ladders. The ability to climb/hook is optional.
• Will require the ability to safely work within Public Right-of-way, including proper use and knowledge of applicable PPE.
• Perfect candidate will have their own hand tools including Coring tools. Tools may be supplied depending on experience level.
• 3+ years of experience preferred
• Ability to work regularly outdoors in different weather types.
• Ability to use a TDR
• Ability to effectively communicate with others and work within a team environment
• Ability to be at work every day at 7am
• Ability to occasionally be On-Call for after-hours emergency work
• Ability to use Email and MS Excel for basic project tracking
• Possession of a valid Drivers license
• Ability to pass a drug screening
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to read and understand technical instruction
• High School Diploma or G.E.D

ABLE TO PASS A DOT PHYSICAL

• 401k
• Health insurance
• Holidays
• Sick leave
• Vacation
• Casual work environment

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.