Fiber Splicer
About The Position
TAK Broadband is a U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states. The company provides services ranging from construction to drops and fulfillment, supported by engineering teams, distributors, construction crews, bury drop crews, and technicians. TAK Broadband is seeking a Fiber Splicer to join its team in El Paso, Texas. The role involves installing, repairing, and testing fiber and related components; splicing loose tube and ribbon fiber to modern standards; and connecting, configuring, and troubleshooting fiber optic networks for facilities. The position frequently involves working with minimal or no supervision and requires outdoor work, safe operation of a bucket truck, and use of a vehicle and trailer.
Requirements
- Prior fiber splicing experience.
- Ability to work outside business hours when needed, including overtime, holidays, evenings, and weekends, in all seasons.
- Ability to safely operate a vehicle while pulling a trailer.
- Ability to complete tasks involving small components and wires.
- Ability to judge distance and spatial relationships.
- Ability to interpret splicing prints and distinguish and apply color codes.
- Ability to use specialty tools and understand splicing technology, including OTDRs, VFL, OLTS, and fusion splicing.
- Ability to carry, climb, operate, and work on an extension ladder approximately 28 feet high and weighing 75 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors, in tight spaces, and at elevated heights, including bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, and standing for up to 70% of the time.
- Ability to safely navigate varied terrain while managing equipment, safety equipment, and tools.
- Body weight of no more than 275 pounds to safely perform ladder work; accommodation may be available based on similar-role ladder experience if personal safety is not compromised.
- Provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver's license is required if the role involves driving.
- Pass all pre-employment requirements, including MVR, background check, and drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with CWDM and DWDM.
- Experience preparing and splicing fiber from 6ct to 288ct.
- Working knowledge of OTDR equipment, including VEeX and/or EXFO.
- Experience with the Fujikura fiber splicer.
- Class A CDL.
Responsibilities
- Install, repair, and test fiber and its components.
- Splice loose tube and ribbon fiber in compliance with modern standards.
- Connect and configure fiber optic networks for facilities and troubleshoot problems.
- Read splicing prints and apply color codes to print reading.
- Test, activate, and troubleshoot equipment after installation.
- Perform basic daily maintenance of the TAK-provided vehicle, including checking fluids and keeping it clean and organized.
- Monitor splicing operations to ensure compliance with customer and industry specifications.
- Safely operate a bucket truck for daily construction assignments and pull the fiber trailer as needed.
- Complete daily production reports, mark up maps, track work hours, prepare as-built maps for areas built, and track daily production.
- Reconcile issued parts and materials daily to ensure accurate material usage counts.
- Perform general cleanup and other assigned duties.
Benefits
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) with company match.
- $25,000 company-paid life insurance.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
