4585 - Fiber Optic Splicing Tech

Black & Veatch Family of Companies

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fiber Optic Splicing Tech performs outside-plant fiber optic cable splicing on ribbon and loose-tube fiber, installs splice closures, conducts unidirectional and bidirectional fiber testing, and troubleshoots and repairs fiber. The role includes generating test reports, coordinating daily crew activities and schedules, maintaining a safe and quality work site, caring for the splicing rig and associated equipment and tools, inspecting crew equipment, and meeting daily production rates. Work must follow company safety practices. The technician operates fusion-splicing and testing equipment; reads and interprets diagrams, prints, specifications, work scopes, color-code charts, plans, and site documents; performs ring cuts; installs closures, terminations, connectors, and related materials; mounts FTPs and splicing cabinets; and bonds and grounds fiber cables to client specifications. The position also involves connecting wires and cables, working in rights-of-way and at enterprise properties and cell sites, and deploying and removing traffic-control devices. The technician completes time sheets, production and project reports, photos, and as-built or redline documentation; learns market- and client-specific installation requirements; coordinates with other crafts and coworkers; and provides on-the-job training and safety instruction to helpers and laborers. The role requires active participation in safety planning, hazard mitigation, incident reporting, and applicable safety programs. It is a safety-sensitive position involving travel between remote locations and physically demanding work in varied outdoor and construction environments.

Requirements

At least two years of experience as a fiber splicing technician, or a combination of work experience and training, and a working knowledge of fiber optic networks.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for the last three years, as required by the company Motor Vehicle Policy.
Ability to drive and safely maneuver a pickup-and-trailer combination, including backing it up.
Ability to travel between remote site locations.
Ability to perform rope access work.
Must have all necessary tools specified on the Fiber Optic Splicing Technician Tool list.
Computer literacy and familiarity with laptops, tablets, and Microsoft Office programs.
Knowledge of first aid procedures and CPR.
Ability to quickly learn and understand market- and client-specific installation specifications and the importance of accurate client deliverables.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to perform basic arithmetic rapidly and accurately.
Ability to read and understand MOPs, work orders, blueprints, plans, datasheets, site drawings, and specifications, and visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, repetitive movement, climbing, and maintaining balance.
Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts doing hard physical labor in varied temperatures and outdoor conditions; occasional night work may be required by client needs.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and applicable onboarding checks, which may include background, drug, and motor vehicle records checks.

Nice To Haves

DOT certification.
Basic First Aid/CPR certification.
Confined-space entry training.
OSHA 10-hour training.
Experience working with a piece-rate compensation structure.
Fiber Optic Splicing certifications.
Splicing and Testing Equipment OEM certifications.
Mobile Equipment Operator Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform outside-plant ribbon and loose-tube fiber optic cable splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and repair.
Install splice closures, terminations, connectors, patch panels, and related materials; mount FTPs and splicing cabinets.
Operate electronic fusion-splicing and testing equipment, including single-fiber and mass-fusion splicers, OTDRs, power meters, and OCWRs.
Perform ring cuts and bond and ground fiber cables according to client specifications.
Read and interpret fiber splicing diagrams, prints, specifications, work scopes, color-code charts, work orders, blueprints, plans, datasheets, and site drawings; complete as-built or redline documentation.
Connect wires and cables to terminals and attach or detach hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles.
Work in rights-of-way, easements, enterprise properties, cell sites, and other outside-plant construction locations; deploy and remove traffic-control devices as needed.
Coordinate daily crew activities, work schedules, work with other crafts and coworkers, and maintain daily production rates.
Maintain and inspect the splicing rig, equipment, tools, and other equipment assigned to the crew.
Generate test reports, complete weekly time sheets and production reports, take digital photos of work as needed, and prepare project status, progress, and other work-detail reports.
Learn and follow market- and client-specific installation specifications and produce accurate client deliverables.
Participate in safety policies and programs; lead, complete, and sign off on daily pre-job and safety planning; identify and mitigate hazards; ensure crew members participate in and sign safety planning documents; and complete required safety paperwork.
Report accidents and near misses and participate in investigations as needed; use stop-work authority when necessary to address unresolved safety issues.
Communicate effectively, listen to coworkers’ suggestions and safety concerns, and coordinate work with the crew.
Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to helpers and laborers, including instruction in assigned-task safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Produce quality work that meets plans, specifications, and industry standards.
Travel between remote site locations and perform rope access work as required.