What are the responsibilities and job description for the Splicer position at ITG Communications?
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A Splicer plays a critical role responsible for splicing, installing, maintaining, repairing, roubleshooting and testing to ensure high-quality standards for network performance and reliability. This position requires a combination of technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in various outdoor environments.
Responsibilities
- Perform splicing tasks in various outdoor settings, including aerial, underground, and building entries.
- Read, interpret, and update network maps, splice schematics, and engineering field notes.
- Use equipment, including fusion splicers, OTDRs (Optical Time Domain Reflectometers), power meters, and light sources to ensure optimal network performance.
- Conduct thorough testing and troubleshooting of links to identify and resolve issues such as breaks, bends, or bad splices.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, company policies, and safety regulations during all operations.
- Coordinate with other team members and departments to ensure timely and efficient completion of projects.
- Provide accurate and detailed documentation of completed work, including splicing and testing results.
- Participate in on-call rotation for emergency repairs and maintenance outside of normal working hours.
- Stay updated on the latest technology and splicing techniques through continuous learning and professional development.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent; some college or technical school coursework in
- Previous experience in splicing, telecommunications, or a similar field is highly desirable
- Basic understanding of telecommunications networks
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, sit
- Ability to use hands to handle or feet
- Ability to reach with hands and arms
- Ability to climb and balance
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
- Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs
- Ability to maintain all safety expectations
- Ability to work in various outdoor environments and conditions, including heights, confined spaces, and inclement weather.
- Works outdoors for extended periods.
- Exposed to extreme weather conditions.
Key Competencies, Skills, Abilities:
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to work as a team.
Oral communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues efficiently.
Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise and accurate fiber splicing.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to report and document work clearly.
Perks & Benefits
- Pay Rate: $25 - $30 per hour
Additional Comments
ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on these protected categories. ITG’s policy is to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in hiring decisions.
Salary : $25 - $30
