Fiber Splicer - Traveling

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401(k) Program with 4% company match

Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace Discounts

Job summary

Page Mechanical Group, Inc. is looking for a Traveling Splicer to handle fiber optic cable installation and splicing as part of a dynamic team in Memphis, TN. This full-time role involves extensive travel, requiring several weeks away at a time, with per diem and full benefits provided.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of fiber optic splicing experience, a valid driver’s license, and a good attitude towards teamwork and safety. Join us to build tomorrow, together with our GRIT values!

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a drug screen.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in fiber optic splicing.
• Able to work both individually and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders and specifications.
• Splice in new line and complete project testing.
• Install devices and test fiber optic lines.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Communication

Teamwork

Physical fitness (able to lift/pull 80 pounds)

Use of hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, drills)

Experience in fiber optic splicing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bucket truck

Job description

Job Title: Traveling Splicer

Business Unit: CNS, a Congruex company

Reports To: Project Manger

Employment Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Who is Congruex

Congruex designs and builds broadband and wireless communications infrastructure. The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions. We deliver turn-key network solutions under a single platform by aligning our engineering and in-market construction operating units. Our vision is to be the best end-to-end provider of network services in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do. We are building tomorrow, together. Will you join us?

Your New Job

Our operating unit provides telecom construction services and we are looking for a Fiber Splicer to join our team. Fiber Splicers perform tasks associated with aerial and underground construction, splicing of fiber optic cable and communication systems for cable television.

***This is a traveling position with a rotation that requires multiple weeks traveling at a time. Per diem and full benefits provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, specifications, engineering drawings and/or cut sheets to determine work to be done in sequence of task.
• Repair or splice in new line as needed to complete the testing and certification of the project.
• Install all passive and active devices, enclosures, and term panels.
• Test fiber optic lines for balanced signal between points continuity.
• Pull fiber optic through existing duct package, pull cable through conduit either manually, blowing, or mechanically, and splice and activate underground and aerial lines.
• Optimize new Nodes and splice in node splits to reduce capacity.
• Utilize light meters and OTDR accurately.
• Learn how to safely utilize bucket trucks or climb utility poles to place cables on poles per system design.
• Close a project by completing production sheets, verifying proper levels after activation, adjust and troubleshoot, as necessary.
• Ensure that all work considers the safety of the customer, public and compliance with all governmental orders.
• Maybe required to perform additional duties and tasks as required by the Company.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A positive can-do attitude and openness to trying things new ways
• GRIT values – Guts, Reliability, Innovation, and Teamwork
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Able to work both individually and in a team environment.
• Able to communicate professionally
• Able to lift and/or pull up to 80 pounds several times a day.
• Must be able to use hand tools such as screw drivers, pliers, drills, and wrenches.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in fiber optic splicing

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Bucket truck and other aerial work platforms

Why Work At Congruex

No matter what role you play, you are an important part of the One Congruex Family. We offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Program with a 4% company match
• Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace DiscountsPaid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Options
• The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.

Fine Print

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.