Cable Splicer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience.
• Read and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
• Demonstrates safe driving techniques.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Able to use hand tools on a continuous basis.
• Capable of being exposed to dirt and power on a daily basis.
• Knowledge in identifying underground utility locates.
• Possesses knowledge of tools for terminating cable.
• Capable of terminating different sizes of cable.
• Knowledge in troubleshooting underground circuits.
• Able to identify unforeseen obstacles that would hinder safety or production.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Nice To Haves

• A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground work.
• Lead crew and represent the Company in absence of the Foreman.
• Effectively conduct pre-job briefings.
• Possess a working knowledge of all aspects of underground distribution.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Capable of operating a backhoe.
• Capable of safely operating and maintaining company equipment.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage.
• Must be able to switch & splice.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Possesses knowledge of tools for terminating cable.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Capable of working in confined spaces.
• Understands confined space requirements.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
• Understands underground services, infrastructure and duct banks.
• Possesses knowledge of underground switching procedures.
• Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Promote safety at all times.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Inspects the work of crew members.
• Performs all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Knowledge in identifying underground utility locates.
• Capable of terminating different sizes of cable.
• Knowledge in troubleshooting underground circuits.
• Able to identify unforeseen obstacles that would hinder safety or production.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.