Fiber Splicer I

Job Description

Full Time

Hayden, Idaho

Network Connex has been serving the telecom industry for more than 20 years, Network Connex accelerates the performance of fiber and wireless network service providers, data center operators, hyperscale cloud companies, cable MSOs, utilities, government entities, and Fortune 500 enterprises. We offer a full range of turnkey capabilities through seasoned professionals in all ranks to provide our customers with a competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving markets. Our services include state-of-the-art design and engineering; wireless and fiber construction; fiber placement, testing, and acceptance; construction management; and integration.

In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a robust set of benefits from health, dental, vision, short & long-term disability and more. What sets us apart is you are eligible to participate in our benefits programs the first of the month following your start date. One of the shortest benefits eligibility waiting periods in the industry! Our Vanguard 401(k) plan comes with a 5% company match, which you are immediately vested in, and you can start participating at the same time as all the other benefits! We have 10 (ten) paid company holidays, a generous PTO (Paid Time-Off) accrual schedule, and robust health & wellness programs that can help you earn discounts on your health premiums and more! We go beyond base compensation and give you total rewards!

OSP Fiber Splicer

Job Responsibilities:

• Drive a company splice truck/van to be dispatched to various sites for new deployments and troubleshooting the network.
• Splice single mode and multi-mode fiber optics.
• Troubleshooting with OTDR and OCC equipment.
• Splice in multiple types of enclosures and FDP’s.
• Ability to splice both underground and aerial.
• Splicing midsheath, armored and self-support cable.
• Work as a team with other technicians and NOC personnel and report to field supervisors/managers.
• Work in a fast paced and changing environment that requires problem solving abilities and extreme attention to details.
  
  

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 5 years’ experience using a fusion splicer, splicing both loose tube and ribbon fiber, operating an OTDR, and power meter.
• Must be able to read prints and other types of engineering documents.
• Must be able to work, day or nights with occasional overnight travel.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be very conscientious, accurate, detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Must be proficient with Internet and MS Office applications
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs. and climb a ladder.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  
  

Note: This job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and skills required for the position of OSP Fiber Splicer Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Company Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record
• Must submit to background check and drug testing
  
  

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
  
  

Experience:

• OTDR: 5 years (Required)
• OSP (outside plant) fiber splicing: 5 years (Required)
  
  

EEOC-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Network Connex believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon accepting an offer, all candidates must pass a background check and drug screening.