Fiber Splicer

AFL Telecommunications • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Fiber Splicer splices fiber-optic cable in outdoor settings and varying weather conditions and travels as needed. The role involves installing and testing fiber cable in underground and aerial environments, placing splice closures, and following safety practices and procedures.

General hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position must also provide support during and outside regular business hours; project-related hours and rotation depend on project needs. Work and project travel are required. The position requires legal authorization to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Experience as a fiber splicer.
• Current valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to carry a 24-foot ladder and wear fall protection when needed.
• Ability to work up to six days per week in all-weather conditions and travel as required.
• Follow safety guidelines and wear personal protective equipment at all times.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Read prints and understand fiber-optic color codes to install and test fiber cable in underground and aerial environments.
• Use fiber fusion splicing machines, including mass fusion splicing machines, and operate various OTDRs and power meters.
• Place aerial and underground splice closures and other closures used for splicing and terminating fiber-optic cables.
• Maintain a professional working attitude with coworkers and customers and adhere to safety practices and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as directed by the Foreman or Construction Manager.
• Provide support during and outside regular business hours as required.
• Travel for work and projects as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed