Fiber Splicer

Fiber Splicer Description

Position Summary

Anthem Broadband & Northwest Datacom are committed to forging a long-term business relationship by providing quality work, competitive pricing, and exceeding your every expectation. With over 20 years of experience, we are the leader in all things networking, installation, and construction. We believe the best service starts with industry trained designers and technicians and only ends when you, the customer, are ecstatic with your new service. ​ Please note this is an Entry Level Position, (Experience preferred/NOT Required)

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Job Scope

· Ability to fusion splice SM ribbon and loose tube fiber optic cables, to include or terminate various types of fiber optic connectors (ST, SC, LC)

· Installs and tests pressurized and non-pressurized closures on all types and sizes of cable

· Analyzes and troubleshoots basic technical problems or issues

· Reviews, interprets, and works with various maps, drawings and blueprints and testing documents.

· Performs daily tests, checks and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment.

· Performs optical continuity and conformance testing

· Makes splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial and building work locations.

Complexity

· Work on matters of limited complexity.  Applies the organizations policies, procedures, and practices in the normal course of work and in the analysis and resolution of issues. 

· Be able to complete assigned tasks on time and under budget

· Be able to communicate with PMs and Customers

Impact

· Work directly impacts team objectives and contributes to overall functional and organizational objectives. Will conduct work important to our customers, and internal team members. 

Required Education/Experience

· High School Diploma or GED

Required Skills

· Valid Driver’s License

· Entry level will train: Experience in prepping and splicing ribbon fiber preferred but NOT required.

· Entry level will train: Experience of prepping and splicing loose tube fiber, all sizes preferred but NOT required.

· Entry level will train: Experience of installing, maintaining/repairing and testing fiber optic networks, including bi-directional tests preferred but NOT required.

· Ability to read, review, interpret and understand technical documents.

· Ability to climb and work at elevations (e.g., from ladders, poles, lift trucks, etc.)

· Ability to work in confined spaces

· Previous underground utility experience preferred but NOT required.

· Must be able to follow instructions.

· Able to work flexible hours and travel as needed

Eligible Benefits:

· Health Insurance

· Free internet package (based on availability)

· Sick pay accrual

· Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Utility locating: 1 year (Preferred)
• Fiber splicing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License with no SR-22 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Elko, NV: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $15