What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiber Optic Splicer position at Gaylor Electric?
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and integrity of fiber optic cabling in various environments. A fiber optic splicer installs, maintains, and repairs fiber optic cables and systems, ensuring high-speed connectivity for data, voice, and video transmission, and troubleshooting issues to maintain optimal performance.
SCOPE OF WORK:
Continuous focus on safety
Splicing various types of Fiber optic cable with connectors or pig tails.
Install fiber optic enclosures and hardware.
Provide acceptable test results using OTDR, Power Meters
Identify and troubleshoot basic optical problems, minimizing network downtime
Read and understand engineered drawings and riser diagrams
Install and understand network equipment architecture
Maintain accurate records and test results
Respond to network outages and perform required troubleshooting and repairs.
Keep up-to-date records of project progress, including production reports, time sheets, and necessary customer documentation.
Maintain splice equipment
Complete certification testing of fiber optic systems
Experienced in understanding and adhering to safety including those outlined by OSHA, NESC, NEC, and other pertinent standards.
Maintain a safe work environment by following Gaylor’s policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Knowledge of test equipment, digital analyzer, and OTDR.
Experience with both levels of splicing, Splicer 1 and Splicer 2.
Experience installing, inspecting, repairing, and troubleshooting various fiber optic cables.
Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult position such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, above ceilings, etc.
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
Overnight travel may be required.
Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test.
Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
QUALIFICATIONS:
2-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Maintain a current BICSI Installer 2, Optical Fiber Certification or BICSI Technician Certification
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
