Fiber Splicer - Lufkin, TX

143 Future Infrastructure, LLC; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

LTD/STD

401(k) with match

ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Community service PTO

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Safety programs

Overtime opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

143 Future Infrastructure, LLC seeks experienced fiber splicing technician in Tyler, TX to join our field team. You will perform fusion splicing, cabling prep, and live cut-overs while adhering to design specs and safety standards.

You will work day and night shifts with on-call standby. We offer competitive weekly pay, comprehensive medical/dental/vision, 401(k) matching, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, PTO, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of fiber splicing and testing.
• Working knowledge of fusion machines, OTDRs, power meters and tools of the trade.
• Organized, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment and 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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 strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment and 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.

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.

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.