Splicer - Fiber (Heartland Solutions - Gas City, IN)

Heartland Tower Solutions•Fort Wayne, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Heartland Tower Solutions, LLC is Hiring! Safety-Quality-Efficiency -- Keys to this long-term opportunity for career growth and great benefits. Heartland Solutions, a Fibercom division of Heartland Tower Solutions, LLC, is a Midwest leader in the construction, and service of fiber facilities, is growing! We are investing in our personnel with an educational pathway for career advancement. We believe in establishing competitive pay tied directly to knowledge-based level assessment, a clear path to advancement, and empowering its staff for success in a highly competitive & ever-growing industry. Travel is required. Hotel accommodations, and a daily per diem allowance are provided by Heartland Tower Solutions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Must have basic mathematical skills.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in fiber installation & repair.
For-hire/chauffer’s license required (or CDL permit required before starting employment, and must obtain CDL within 90 days of hire).
Must be local or willing to relocate to this area.
Must hold and maintain a valid unrestricted Driver’s License and be insurable by Heartland Solutions’ insurance provider.
Willing to work long hours, weekends, non-structured schedule, overtime, etc.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely perform tasks associated with the construction and upgrade of communication systems.
Terminate, splice, bond (grounding), document and test fiber optic & coaxial cables within the systems networks and their related equipment resulting in maximum operating efficiency.
Track production, properly markup prints, plan equipment and material needs.
Occasionally, assist other crew members in aerial & underground work.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude that reflects the mission and standards of Heartland Tower Solutions.
Safely perform all duties adhering to all company standards, policies and procedures.
Lead others by example.
Perform tasks associated with the electronic upgrade and splicing of fiber & coaxial lines.
Read and correctly interpret blueprints and permits.
Adhere to all Federal, State, Local laws and permitting pertaining to each jobsite.
Perform daily maintenance on all jobsite equipment and vehicles.
Assemble equipment according to design specifications.
Maintain proper inventory on vehicle based on work assignments.
Install & repair fiber lines in trenches and/or pedestals using various hand tools.
Test, activate and troubleshoot equipment after installation.
Perform basic daily maintenance of provided vehicle (check fluids, clean & organize vehicle).
Demonstrate good judgement in the field.
Ensures all installation work is done according to quality standards, always complying with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to OSHA.
Restore area to project requirements.
Understand field prints to determine what work is to be performed as well as point out potential issues before and during work.
Report project progress to the Foreman and relate the needs for the days to come avoiding delays of work due to lack of materials and equipment.
Prepare paperwork to track daily production, and accurately record completed work on job site blueprints.
Communicate professionally & effectively with co-workers, homeowners and customers.
Work in, on and around customer property while following company policies and maintaining the highest level of professionalism towards any customer and their property.
Directly responsible for all vehicles and equipment in their control.