Fiber Splicer

Cable Services Company, headquartered in Williamsport, PA, performs construction and cable installation projects within a five to six state area in the Northeast region of the US. Project hours vary by project and can be influenced by weather. Frequent overnight travel is required along with overtime in order to meet project related deadlines. Cable Services Company, Inc. maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks. A Fiber Splicer will perform cable splicing in the air, underground, indoors and outdoors. This position requires frequent travel and is often away from home. Overnight work during consumer non‑peak usage hours (Midnight to 7 am) and shared weekend on‑call status for emergency restoration are required. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Install, troubleshoot, and maintain fiber optic system Prep and hang fiber optic enclosures, nodes and related equipment Route, splice and/or terminate fiber in equipment racks at central offices, hub sites or inside of buildings Work with OSP Project Managers to perform fusion splicing as directed Read design maps, fiber schematics and basic electronic designs Operate aerial lift and other related equipment to perform job functions Must be on‑call for emergency restoration Frequently communicate with management on workload status May occasionally perform routine construction work such as pulling rope/cables, climbing ladders, using hand tools, digging with a shovel, etc. Accurately complete all required company documentation for each assignment according to established company standards and procedures (e.g., timesheet, truck report, expense report) Responsible for assigned company vehicle, tools, materials and equipment Perform work in a safe manner and comply with all established company safety policies and procedures Perform other duties and tasks as assigned in order to help team complete a project Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Education and Experience Minimum of 2 years’ experience splicing all types of fiber optic cables High school diploma or GED Experience working in a bucket truck at heights in excess of 30–40 ft. Proficiency using related splicing equipment including fusion splicers, OTDR, optical power meters, fiber identifiers and all related splicing tools Ability to distinguish between colors Experience reading design maps, fiber schematics and basic electronic designs Must possess exceptional organizational skills and be detail‑oriented Must be able to occasionally move materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds Ability to maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic that can provide high productivity with minimal supervision Preferred Education and Experience 5+ years of experience splicing all types of fiber optic cables Additional Eligibility Qualifications Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record Ability to pass a criminal background screen and drug test Work Environment May occasionally require standing, walking, handling or operating objects, tools or controls Work will often be performed near busy highways and streets, in a confined splice trailer or in an outdoor environment Benefits Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Vacation, Holiday and 401(k) Equal Opportunity Employer Cable Services Company, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. It values minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation and gender identity. Other Information Please note that only applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr