OSP Fiber Splicer
Tower Engineering Professionals, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Field Technician- Splicer
Title:
Fiber Optic Splicer
FLSA Status:
Non- Exempt
Shift:
N/A
Reports to:
Construction Superintendent
Department:
TEP Fiber
Employment Status:
Full-time
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No
Location:
Raleigh
Date Created/Last Evaluated:
10.20.2023
Summary:
Position requires incumbent to work as part of a small team or individually to splice and maintain fiber routes.
Qualification Requirements
Must have High school diploma or equivalent
1 year of fiber installation experience with ability to take direction and learn from experience
OTDR experience preferred
Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber, effectively and efficiently
Ability to read, understand, and update splice documentation and maps as required
Knowledge of applicable electronic equipment and specialty tools
Knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Ability to read blueprints
Ability to work independently as well as in a team
Ability to analyze and solve problems
Ability to use and take care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
Ability and interest in performing work in the field
Demonstrated willingness to learn
Physical ability to lift 75+lbs. and be comfortable working in an outdoor environment in all types of weather
Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and the general public
Ability to travel for extended periods of time (travel required is 50% to include overnight).
Ability to be covered by company auto insurance plan
Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Functions
Terminate, splice, and install a variety of fiber optic connectors and enclosures including both loose tube fiber and ribbon fiber
Proficient in fiber color codes, in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including fusion splicer, power meter, and OTDR
Climb and use ladders on poles for accessing aerial fiber plant
Perform aerial construction activities such as installing aerial fiber and fiber storage (snow shoes)
Perform underground construction activities, including but not limited to, pulling new cable/fiber through short conduits, opening underground vaults or pedestals making minor repairs if required.
Complete production reports
Dig holes, work with hand tools, restore landscaping
Lay fiber innerduct and pull fiber through existing ducts
Operate heavy equipment and excavation truck
Operate pipe and cable locators and mark underground utilities
Measure and record installed quantities of fiber
Assist on overall job including all tasks required to build and install a site per customer specifications
Maintain clean, orderly environment adhering to company policies and industry regulation/standard(s) (OSHA)
Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be at site locations both on the ground and on building roof tops, sit, stand, walk, use both hands, and reach and raise items above the head, use fingers to feel and handle, talk and hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel and crouch, lift weight or exert a force of 75+ or more pounds.
Work Environment Most work is performed externally, on-site, outdoors, with exposure to the elements of nature working under normal construction conditions. 95% of travel is required in support of this position. Approximately 5% performed in climate-controlled internal office environment working under normal office conditions. Night and weekend work may be required up to 25% of the time. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
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Title:
Fiber Optic Splicer
FLSA Status:
Non- Exempt
Shift:
N/A
Reports to:
Construction Superintendent
Department:
TEP Fiber
Employment Status:
Full-time
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No
Location:
Raleigh
Date Created/Last Evaluated:
10.20.2023
Summary:
Position requires incumbent to work as part of a small team or individually to splice and maintain fiber routes.
Qualification Requirements
Must have High school diploma or equivalent
1 year of fiber installation experience with ability to take direction and learn from experience
OTDR experience preferred
Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber, effectively and efficiently
Ability to read, understand, and update splice documentation and maps as required
Knowledge of applicable electronic equipment and specialty tools
Knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro
Ability to read blueprints
Ability to work independently as well as in a team
Ability to analyze and solve problems
Ability to use and take care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
Ability and interest in performing work in the field
Demonstrated willingness to learn
Physical ability to lift 75+lbs. and be comfortable working in an outdoor environment in all types of weather
Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and the general public
Ability to travel for extended periods of time (travel required is 50% to include overnight).
Ability to be covered by company auto insurance plan
Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Functions
Terminate, splice, and install a variety of fiber optic connectors and enclosures including both loose tube fiber and ribbon fiber
Proficient in fiber color codes, in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including fusion splicer, power meter, and OTDR
Climb and use ladders on poles for accessing aerial fiber plant
Perform aerial construction activities such as installing aerial fiber and fiber storage (snow shoes)
Perform underground construction activities, including but not limited to, pulling new cable/fiber through short conduits, opening underground vaults or pedestals making minor repairs if required.
Complete production reports
Dig holes, work with hand tools, restore landscaping
Lay fiber innerduct and pull fiber through existing ducts
Operate heavy equipment and excavation truck
Operate pipe and cable locators and mark underground utilities
Measure and record installed quantities of fiber
Assist on overall job including all tasks required to build and install a site per customer specifications
Maintain clean, orderly environment adhering to company policies and industry regulation/standard(s) (OSHA)
Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be at site locations both on the ground and on building roof tops, sit, stand, walk, use both hands, and reach and raise items above the head, use fingers to feel and handle, talk and hear. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel and crouch, lift weight or exert a force of 75+ or more pounds.
Work Environment Most work is performed externally, on-site, outdoors, with exposure to the elements of nature working under normal construction conditions. 95% of travel is required in support of this position. Approximately 5% performed in climate-controlled internal office environment working under normal office conditions. Night and weekend work may be required up to 25% of the time. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
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