Fiber Splicer / Coax Splicer

NextEdge Networks Holdings LLC; Bellshire (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEdge Networks Holdings LLC in Nashville, TN is seeking a Fiber Splicer / Coax Splicer to splice fiber optic and coax cables to customer specifications. You will perform OTDR testing, document splice losses, and operate aerial equipment in a safety-conscious environment.

Experience in cable TV field operations is preferred, and a valid driver's license along with a DOT Medical Card may be required due to DOT regulations. This is a full-time on-site role with occasional on-call duties.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in cable TV field operations including fiber and coax splicing and activation.
• DOT regulated role requiring annual MVR and periodic DOT medical card.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Splice fiber optic cables including loose tube and ribbon cables to customer specs.
• Splice Coax trunk and feeder cables with activation to customer standards.
• Work in accordance with industry standards and customer design/specs.
• Complete fiber documentation to customer specifications.
• Perform OTDR and power meter testing and record splice losses.
• Operate and inspect aerial bucket trucks and ladders daily.
• Attend safety meetings and follow safety rules.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Coax splicing

OTDR testing

Safety compliance

Customer communication

Education

Experience in cable TV field operations

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Job description

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Fiber Splicer / Coax Splicer

Wireline Maintenance Full Time Nashville, TN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1406

Summary/Objective

Fiber-Coax splicer responsible for completing assigned duties in a timely and efficient manner by specified deadlines while safely operating appropriate equipment to achieve results as dictated by the scope of work and customer expectations while maintaining a high quality of work.

Essential Functions

• Splice fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon cables including building fiber cases to customer specs.
• Splice Coax trunk and feeder cables with activation to customer standards.
• Perform work in accordance with industry standards and following all customer design and spec.
• Complete fiber documentation to customer specifications.
• Preform Bi-directional OTDR testing, along with power meter testing and record splice losses.
• Operate and daily inspection of aerial bucket trucks and ladder.
• Attend safety meetings and follow safety rules while working.
• Follow all rules and procedures in company handbook.
• Perform night splicing and activation when needed.
• Flexibility to work on-call rotation or emergency situations when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills with ability to create positive representation to customers and co-workers
• Able to work in all non-climate-controlled environment and all-weather conditions except for unsafe or extreme weather conditions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Flexibility to work beyond 40 hours per week and weekends and work on-call rotation.

Travel

• Limited travel to other projects as needed.

Required Education and Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in cable TV field operations including cable/fiber construction splicing and activation.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Experience in fiber mid sheath entries/cuts.
• This is a DOT regulated position and it requires a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) to be obtained every year during employment and a DOT Physical every 1-2 years. A driver's license and DOT Medical Card is required.