Fiber Splicer - Memphis, TN

Vensure Employer Solutions•Memphis, TN

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About The Position

About Us We design and builds broadband and wireless communications infrastructure. The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions. We deliver turn-key network solutions under a single platform by aligning our engineering and in-market construction operating units. Our vision is to be the best end-to-end provider of network services in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do. Position Summary Our operating unit provides telecom construction services and we are looking for a Fiber Splicer to join our team. Fiber Splicers perform tasks associated with aerial and underground construction, splicing of fiber optic cable and communication systems for cable television.

Requirements

A positive can-do attitude and openness to trying things new ways
GRIT values – Guts, Reliability, Innovation, and Teamwork
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Able to work both individually and in a team environment.
Able to communicate professionally
Able to lift and/or pull up to 80 pounds several times a day.
Must be able to use hand tools such as screw drivers, pliers, drills, and wrenches.
Bucket truck and other aerial work platforms
2 - 5+ years of experience in fiber optic splicing
Possess a valid driver's license
Have a high school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Read and interpret work orders, specifications, engineering drawings and/or cut sheets to determine work to be done in sequence of task.
Repair or splice in new line as needed to complete the testing and certification of the project.
Install all passive and active devices, enclosures, and term panels.
Test fiber optic lines for balanced signal between points-continuity.
Pull fiber optic through existing duct package, pull cable through conduit either manually, blowing, or mechanically, and splice and activate underground and aerial lines.
Optimize new Nodes and splice in node splits to reduce capacity.
Utilize light meters and OTDR accurately.
Learn how to safely utilize bucket trucks or climb utility poles to place cables on poles per system design.
Close a project by completing production sheets, verifying proper levels after activation, adjust and troubleshoot, as necessary.
Ensure that all work considers the safety of the customer, public and compliance with all governmental orders.
Maybe required to perform additional duties and tasks as required by the Company.