What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiber Splicer position at Bigham Cable Construction?
Discover a more connected Fiber Splicing career
At Bigham Cable, as a Fiber Splicer, you’ll complete the process of fusing optical fibers, to maintain our telecommunication networks.Your splicing work is essential for keeping strong and reliable connections, ensuring data travels seamlessly through our continually growing network.
Connecting you to great benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Legal Insurance
- Access to discounts via perkspot.com
What you’ll do as a Fiber Splicer
- With guidance, perform cable upgrades and splicing tasks, both aerial and underground
- Test, activate, and troubleshoot the network’s circuit post-installation
- Ensure all splicing operations meet strict customer and industry standards
- Safely navigate working at different heights, from underground to in the air
- Complete basic daily maintenance of vehicles, including fluid checks
- Document work performed through daily production reports, including marking up maps and keeping correct material usage records
- Other duties as assigned
What you’ll need
- To be 18 years of age or older
- Authorization to work in the United States for this company
- High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
- Valid State driver's license (cannot be considered Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
- Must be able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
- 6 months of splicing experience or one year of experience in the telecommunications industry
Additional qualifications
- Certified pole climber or capable of demonstrating proficiency as a pole climber, is preferred
- Knowledge of telecommunications network structure
- Must be located within an hour of Hickory, NC
Physical abilities & exposures
- Routinely: operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motion, work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds
- Occasionally: work in confined spaces, use ladder and gaffs for climbing poles, keyboard and mouse
Why work with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
