Fiber Splicer, Boydton

Team Fishel; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Profit sharing

Job summary

Team Fishel, the Best Choice in Utility Construction, is seeking a Fiber Splicer for its Boydton, VA operation. You will splice fiber optic cables, troubleshoot technical issues, and interpret maps and blueprints while following safety practices.

Responsibilities include testing, maintenance of splicing equipment, and performing optical testing across various environments (buried, underground, aerial, and building work). A High School diploma and 2+ years of telecom experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalency
• Minimum of two years of experience in telecommunications or related technical fields
• Experience with fusion splicing and optical testing equipment (EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo)
• Knowledge to distinguish Multi-mode vs Single-mode fiber; CAT3/CAT5; riser/plenum cables
• Experience blowing/jetting fiber is highly desired
• Must meet utility pole/manhole awareness and bucket truck training requirements
• Ability to work in confined spaces and independently with a good driving record

Responsibilities

• Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable including single mode, multimode, stranded and ribbon
• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems
• Review maps, drawings, and testing documents
• Perform daily tests, checks and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment
• Perform optical continuity and conformance testing
• Make splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial and building locations
• Join Team Fishel and contribute to safety and quality in utility construction

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Troubleshooting

Map interpretation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EXFO

Fitel

Sumitomo

Job description

Since 1936, we’ve been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We’re industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?

Description

Team Fishel , the Best Choice in Utility Construction, is hiring a Fiber Splicer for our growing Boydton, VA operation.

Duties

Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable including single mode, multimode, stranded and ribbon

Analyzes and troubleshoots basic technical problems or issues

Reviews, interprets and works with various maps, drawings and blueprints and testing documents

Performs daily tests, checks and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment

Performs optical continuity and conformance testing

Makes splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial and building work locations

Qualifications

Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency

Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical fields

Working knowledge of using various fusion splicing and optical testing equipment including, EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo

Must possess the knowledge to identify and understand the difference between Multi-mode and Single-mode fibers; CAT 3 and CAT 5; Riser; Fiber optic; PVC, riser rated and plenum cable; Plenum and PVC environments

Experience blowing/jetting fiber or microfiber is highly desired

Must know the universal communications color codes

Ability to work with others and work independently

Must have utility pole/manhole awareness - bucket truck training and confined space training moves to the front of the line

Ability to work in confined spaces

Must meet Company minimum driving standards, have a good driving record, and be able to operate company vehicle

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!

Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.

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