Construction Tech-Splicer

Uniti•Manchester, IA

About The Position

The Construction Tech-Splicer splices fiber-optic and copper cables in indoor and outdoor settings and maintains related schematics, diagrams, and records. The role supports outside plant activities and project timelines, performs construction and maintenance work, and helps ensure crew safety through guidance on work procedures and site safety. Duties also include field documentation, material inventory, vehicle inspections, testing and troubleshooting cable lines, and other outside plant construction tasks as assigned. The position involves working in all weather conditions and may require weekends, holidays, standby, unscheduled hours, overtime, and on-call rotation. Travel is required and may exceed 50% of the year depending on business needs. This is a safety-sensitive position and follows a union bidding process.

Requirements

One year of copper and/or fiber cable splicing experience, or related trade school certification in lieu of one year of experience.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work year-round in all weather conditions.
Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
Ability to work an on-call rotation and days, nights, overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Valid driver's license.
Minimum qualifications to obtain a CDL.
Ability to pass DOT certification.
Ability to travel.
Strong time-management skills and attention to detail to complete paperwork accurately and on time.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of experience, including pole climbing.
OSHA 10-hour Safety Course and Buck Squeeze pole-climbing certifications.
Proficiency operating various construction equipment.

Responsibilities

Splice fiber-optic and copper cables, including loose-tube and ribbon fiber cables, using appropriate hand tools, epoxy, or mechanical equipment.
Construct splice cases, including grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage, and sealing.
Prepare and maintain splicing records, schematics, diagrams, and engineering field notes.
Read staking sheets, blueprints, design instructions, specifications, and RUS standards.
Interpret buried underground and aerial telecom facilities using records, maps, and field observations, and recommend changes to routes or construction methods.
Perform work according to industry standards, project scope, and safety procedures.
Participate in engineering, permitting, and construction processes to support project contracts as required.
Measure signal strength at utility poles and inspect or test lines and cables, recording and analyzing results to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults.
Perform routine maintenance and address route issues, including hand-hole cleanup, sign placement, and weed control.
Support outside plant construction and maintain oversight of related activities at assigned work sites.
Provide direction regarding crew procedures and safety, including road and manhole safety, and attend safety meetings as requested.
Maintain daily records of fiber routes, slack locations, splice locations, and drawing updates.
Maintain material inventory and perform DOT vehicle inspections.
Perform other duties as assigned.