Fiber Splicer

Location
South Boston, VA

Market
Telecom Construction
Who is Team Fishel?

Since 1936, we've been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We're industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?

Description

Team Fishel , the Best Choice in Utility Construction, is hiring a Fiber Splicer for our growing South Boston, VA operation.


Duties

• Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable including single mode, multimode, stranded and ribbon
• 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

Qualifications

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency
• Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical fields
• Working knowledge of using various fusion splicing and optical testing equipment including, EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo
• Must possess the knowledge to identify and understand the difference between Multi-mode and Single-mode fibers; CAT 3 and CAT 5; Riser; Fiber optic; PVC, riser rated and plenum cable; Plenum and PVC environments
• Experience blowing/jetting fiber or microfiber is highly desired
• Must know the universal communications color codes
• Ability to work with others and work independently
• Must have utility pole/manhole awareness - bucket truck training and confined space training moves to the front of the line
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards, have a good driving record, and be able to operate company vehicle

Starting pay $24 - $32 / hour depending on experience.


Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Leave Benefits
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Learn more ( Español )

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!


Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.

EOE/DFWP