Fiber Splicer

143 Future Infrastructure, LLC; Tyler, Town of Texas (TX, WI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Pet Coverage

Legal Assistance Coverage

Safety programs

Overtime opportunities

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Future, a Primoris Company, is seeking a skilled fiber splicer for on-site work in Tyler, TX. You will splice various fiber types (loose tube, tight buffered, ribbon) and prepare cabling to exact specifications, with documentation updates as needed.

The role requires 1–3 years of experience, proficiency with fusion splicers, OTDRs, and power meters, plus the ability to work day or night shifts and in a team or independent setting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of fiber splicing and testing.
• Working knowledge of fusion machines, OTDRs, power meters and tools of the trade.
• Organized, with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment & communicate professionally with co-workers and customers.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Splice fiber: outside plant loose tube, inside plant tight buffered, and ribbon cables.
• Prep, dress, and store fiber cabling to specifications and assemble equipment per design specs.
• Read and update splice documentation and maps as required.
• Perform live fiber cut-overs during maintenance hours.
• Troubleshoot damaged fiber effectively and efficiently.

Skills

Fiber splicing

OTDR testing

Communication

Team/Independent work

On-call rotation

Driver's license

Long hours

Tools

Fusion splicer

Power meter

OTDR

VFL

Testing equipment

Job description

Job Overview

• Fusion splice SM or MM outside plant loose tube, inside plant tight buffered, and ribbon fiber optic cable
• Prep, dress, and store fiber optic cabling to specifications and assemble equipment according to design specifications
• Preparation of armored and non-armored cables, ribbon and loose tube fiber and mid-sheath applications
• Perform live fiber cut-overs during maintenance hours
• Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber effectively and efficiently
• Proficient in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including fusion splicer, power meter OTDR, VFL and Traffic Identifier
• Ability to read, understand and update splice documentation and maps as required
• Perform other duties as required

Skills and Qualifications Required

• 1-3 years of fiber splicing and testing
• Working knowledge of the proper use and maintenance of fusion machines, OTDRs, power meters and tools of the trade
• Organized, with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment & communicate professionally with co-workers and customers
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Requires a mixture of day and night work.
• Must have a Valid driver’s license
• Be available for 7 day / 24-hour stand by on-call rotation as needed
• Ability and willingness to work long and unpredictable hours if required, including work after normal business hours in the event physical restoration of fiber plant is needed
• Ability to climb up and down ladders and operate a bucket truck is needed
• Willingness to operate within a schedule that is subject to inclement weather conditions

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.

Company Overview

Future, a Primoris Company, is a leader in telecommunications construction, delivering innovative solutions, superior service, and high-quality craftsmanship to meet the needs of our customers.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation paid weekly.
• Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.
• 401(k) with company match, vested day-one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"
• Legal Assistance Coverage
• Award winning safety programs.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities.
• And more.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Power Your Potential

Power Your Potential. As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together. Join us today!