Fiber Splicer

TAK Broadband•Little Rock, AR

1d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

TAK Broadband is a U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states and providing services from construction to drops and fulfillment. The company works with engineering teams, distributors, construction crews, bury drop crews, and professional technicians to complete projects across ISP types and markets. TAK is seeking an experienced Fiber Splicer with coax splicing experience for its team in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role involves installing, repairing, testing, splicing, connecting, and configuring fiber and coax networks and components, as well as troubleshooting issues. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; overtime, evenings, and weekends may be required. The role includes independent work and team collaboration, often with minimal or no supervision. The employee will use company-provided equipment and a vehicle, maintain work and production records, reconcile materials, and safely operate a bucket truck and, when needed, pull a fiber trailer. Work is performed outdoors and may involve tight spaces, elevated work, varied terrain, ladder work, and frequent physical activity.

Requirements

Prior fiber splicing and coax splicing experience is required.
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 splicing technology such as OTDRs, VFL, OLTS, and fusion splicing equipment.
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 work and navigate various terrain while managing equipment, safety equipment, and tools.
Body weight of no more than 275 pounds for safe ladder work; the posting notes that an accommodation may be available based on previous ladder experience in a similar role 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 motor vehicle record review, background check, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CWDM and DWDM.
Experience preparing and splicing fiber from 6-count to 288-count.
Working knowledge of OTDR equipment, including VEeX and/or EXFO.
Experience with Fujikura fiber splicers.
Experience splicing coax plant sizes between .500 and .875 and understanding active and passive equipment.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and test fiber, coax, and related components.
Splice loose tube and ribbon fiber, as well as coax, in compliance with modern standards.
Connect and configure fiber optic networks for facilities and troubleshoot problems.
Read splicing prints and apply color codes when interpreting prints.
Test, activate, and troubleshoot equipment after installation.
Perform daily basic maintenance of the company-provided vehicle, including checking fluids and keeping it clean and organized.
Monitor splicing operations to ensure they meet 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 and production, and create as-built maps for completed areas.
Reconcile issued parts and materials daily to ensure accurate material usage counts.
Perform general cleanup and other duties as assigned.