Fiber Splicer

Cable Services Company•Allentown, PA

About The Position

Cable Services Company, headquartered in Williamsport, PA, performs construction and cable installation projects within a five to six state area in the Northeast region of the US. Project hours vary by project and can be influenced by weather. Frequent overnight travel is required along with overtime in order to meet project related deadlines. Cable Services Company, Inc. maintains a drug -free workplace and performs pre -employment substance abuse testing and background checks. A Fiber Splicer will perform cable splicing in the air, underground, indoors and outdoors. In addition this position requires frequent travel in which the employee would be away from home. This position requires overnight work during consumer non -peak usage hours (Midnight to 7am) along with shared weekend on -call status for emergency restoration.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years' experience splicing all types of fiber optic cables
High school diploma or GED
Experience working in a bucket truck at heights in excess of 30 -40 ft.
Proficiency using related splicing equipment including fusion splicers, OTDR, optical power meters, fiber identifiers and all related splicing tools
Ability to distinguish between colors
Experience reading design maps, fiber schematics and basic electronic designs
Must possess exceptional organizational skills and be detailed oriented
Must be able to occasionally move materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
Ability to maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic that can provide high productivity with minimal supervision
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Ability to pass a criminal background screen and drug test
Please note that only applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered for this position.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience splicing all types of fiber optic cables

Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, and maintain fiber optic system
Prep and hang fiber optic enclosures, nodes and related equipment
Route, splice and/or terminate fiber in equipment racks at central offices, hub sites or inside of buildings
Work with OSP Project Manager's to perform fusion splicing as directed
Read design maps, fiber schematics and basic electronic designs
Operate aerial lift and other related equipment to perform job functions
Required to be on -call for emergency restoration
Frequently communicate with management on workload status
May occasionally perform routine construction work such as pulling rope/cables, climbing ladders, using hand tools, digging with a shovel, etc.
Accurately complete all required company documentation for each assignment according to established company standards and procedures (ie timesheet, truck report, expense report)
Responsible for assigned company vehicle, tools, materials and equipment
Perform work in a safe manner and comply with all established company safety policies and procedures
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned in order to help team complete a project