Fiber Splicer

Kansas Fiber Network LLC•Overland Park, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kansas Fiber Networks (KFN) is a network services provider owned by 27 independent rural telephone companies. Our fiber provides direct and diverse fiber routes, lower latency, and are built using the latest fiber technology. Our clients include businesses, schools, banks, hospitals, wireless & wireline carriers, hyperscale, and other data-intense entities requiring superior network quality with unmatched customer service. Headquartered in Wichita and with a satellite office in Overland Park, we are a dynamic and growth focused company. KFN takes great pride in hiring and retaining top industry talent by building a positive and product work environment. If you are looking to establish a long-lasting career with growth and development opportunities, KFN is the place for you. The Fiber Splicer is entrusted with the seamless splicing and termination of fiber optic cables, conducting comprehensive testing, expertly troubleshooting cable issues, and ensuring the meticulous maintenance of fiber optic cables, encompassing the intricacies of cable detection infrastructure.

Requirements

Two (2) years of fiber splicing experience is required.
A high school diploma or equivalent GED is required.
A valid driver's license is required.
Two (2) to four (4) years of fiber splicing experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Vocational school training or apprenticeship is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prep fiber optic cables into new or existing splice enclosures.
Perform splicing for large count cables, micro-cables, butt splices, and mid-sheath/express cable entry.
Install fiber termination panels.
Install fiber terminals in an environmental cabinet or underground vault.
Test cables using optical test equipment (OTDR, power meter, fiber identifier, and fiber score).
Document, troubleshoot, and repair fiber.
Bond and ground cables per current specifications.
Use and understand fiber optic color code.
Splice fiber using mechanical and fusion methods.
Locate and repair fiber optic cable faults without causing signal failure interruptions.
Validate and test end-to-end service provisioning for cable network.
Confirm accurate cable terminations at fiber termination panels.
Maintain project documentation (production sheets, time sheets, fiber splicing redlines).
Utilize Mapcom M4, Bluebeam, Visio Professional, and other software to plan and document fiber splicing activities.