Fiber Splicer

Fibertel • Portland, OR

7d • $30 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

FiberTel is looking for a Fiber Splicer Technician for our Portland, OR market. The Fiber Splicer Technician position is a skilled position and she/he is considered competent and authorized to work in this field. He/she will have the experience and knowledge to perform all the duties of a Splicer. The Fiber Splicer will generally oversee 1 employee and possess the ability to provide on-the-job training to the Splicing Laborer. This position will need to be flexible in their hours, with occasional on-call duties including night and weekend work. The Splicer will frequently communicate with the customer and act in a professional manner.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver's license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position. A good driving record is required.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to hand tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License is a plus (Higher wage scales apply to CDL holders).
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
• Willing and able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance
• Knowledge of fiber optic color code and numbers associated
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include nights and weekends
• Understanding of terminology used in fiber splicing
• Experience splicing fiber including all necessary steps
• 2-3 years' experience splicing fiber

Nice To Haves

• Previous fiber experience, preferably in the telecommunication industry.
• Able to perform all duties in fiber optic construction
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair fiber optics.
• Splice fiber
• Setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones, safety barriers
• Flagging traffic when required
• Flexibility to work in multiple locations
• Prepare splice locations, termination points, and installation of splice closures
• Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicle and equipment daily
• Splice loose tube fiber
• Drive and properly use a bucket truck or pull a splicing trailer
• Operate splicing equipment
• Identify issues with fiber using red light
• Construct proper splice cases
• Submit daily time cards for crew members
• Place a mid-sheath splice
• Fill out audit sheets per location (per splice)
• Test and troubleshoot fiber using an OTDR
• Follow all safety rules and regulations
• Update job completion sheet
• Pull fiber when needed
• Complete cut sheet
• Pre-Trip vehicle inspection (daily)
• Ability to work at night /various hours.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• PWR Discounts (Flight Tickets, Amusement Park Tickets, Nike)
• Group Discount (Pet Insurance, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance)
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees