Fiber Splicer

Egan Brothers Inc; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Egan Brothers Inc is seeking a skilled Fiber Splicer to prep and splice fiber optic cables in outdoor and indoor settings. The role includes creating and maintaining splicing schematics, maintaining field notes, and supporting project timelines.

The candidate will perform end-to-end OTDR tests, review results for acceptable loss, and provide close-out packages with pictures and redlined schematics. Must have mid-sheath and buffer tube cuts experience.

Qualifications

• Experience splicing loose tube and ribbon fiber optic cables.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Splice fiber optic cables and construct splice cases.
• Prepare and maintain splicing records, schematics and diagrams.
• Perform OTDR testing and power meter testing; monitor loss budgets.
• Create close out documentation packets with loss results and photos.
• Interpret buried and aerial telecom facilities from records and in field.

Skills

Fiber splicing

OTDR testing

Reading schematics

Multitasking

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The primary responsibility of the Fiber Splicer will be to prep and splice fiber optic cables in both outdoor and indoor settings, read, create and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams, and maintain control of the splicing activities surrounding the assigned project. The candidate will take and maintain accurate splicing and field notes and support project timelines, in addition to performing end to end OTDR tests, reviewing test results for acceptable loss readings, and providing close out packages complete with pictures, formal loss results, and redlined schematic documentation. Other duties and responsibilities may be required and/or assigned.

Job Function / Description

• Splice fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon cables. Construct a proper splice case. Prepare and maintain splicing records, schematics and diagrams.
• Perform work in accordance with industry standards. Read and follow design engineers' instructions and specifications, maintain the scope of work on the project and adhere to safety procedures.
• Prepare engineering field notes. Interpret buried and aerial telecom facilities in records, maps and in the field with clarity and detail.
• Perform bi-directional OTDR testing, along with power meter testing, and capture loss to ensure splicing loss budget is adhered to.
• Create complete close out documentation packets for all splice locations.
• Must have prior experience performing mid-sheath entries (ring cuts), and buffer tube ring cuts.
• Must have prior experience with troubleshooting fiber in an Active and PON environment.

Required Skills

• Must have experience in splicing both loose tube and ribbon fiber optic cables.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure
• Must hold a valid Driver's License