Fiber Splicer, Roanoke

Team Fishel; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Fishel in Roanoke, VA is hiring a Fiber Splicer for our growing operation. You will splice fiber optic cables, troubleshoot, review maps and blueprints, and perform testing and maintenance on splicing equipment. The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least two years in telecommunications or related fields. Team Fishel offers health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years' experience in telecommunications or related technical fields with supervision ability.
• Experience with fusion splicing and optical testing equipment (EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo).
• Knowledge of single-mode and multi-mode fiber; riser/plenum cabling standards.
• Willingness to operate company vehicle and comply with driving requirements.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and in various field environments.

Responsibilities

• Splice fiber optic cables of varied types and sizes.
• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems.
• Review maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents.
• Perform daily tests, checks, and maintenance on splicing equipment.
• Conduct optical continuity and conformance testing.
• Make splicing adjustments on buried, underground, aerial, and building sites.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Optical testing

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Reading maps/blueprints

Safety compliance

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 Roanoke, 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

Job 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 and demonstrate the ability to supervise others.

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.

EEO Policy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,protected veteran status, or disability status. Team Fishel is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran

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