Fiber Splicer

Job Title Fiber Splicing Technician Department Construction Reports To Construction Manager Location Grand Rapids or Kalamazoo, MI Salary Information We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to any other employees in the same or similar role. Job Summary The Fiber Splicing Technician splices, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs fiber optic cables. Job Responsibilities End‑of‑Line Network Testing: Testing light levels at the end of fiber networks for balanced signal between points is crucial to ensure proper signal transmission and network performance. Cable Prep: Ensure that cables are properly labeled and organized to minimize errors during installation. Build Fiber Cases and Enclosures: Construct protective housings for fiber optic equipment and connections. Splice Color for Color Fibers: Match the colors of the fibers to ensure correct connections. Cable Management: Organize the cables neatly within the enclosure, ensuring they are routed and secured to prevent tangling or damage. Sealing and Placement of Case: Ensure the enclosure is properly closed and secured to protect the equipment and cables from environmental elements. Read Prints and Maps: Examine Splice Matrix and redline maps to understand fiber routes and assignments. Splice off color and multiple cables in one enclosure. Jumping Trays: Route fibers from one tray to another to optimize cable management and minimize signal loss. Splice Tie Point and Jumper Cases: Connect fibers from different cables. Connect Jumper cables between jumper cases. Rehab gel‑filled cases: Refurbish or rehabilitate gel‑filled enclosures used in fiber optic networks. Redlining and Documentation: Mark up or annotate existing drawings with changes, updates, or corrections. Case swaps and audits: Replace one equipment case or enclosure with another. Troubleshooting: Identify, diagnose, and resolve issues that can affect the performance and reliability of the network. May pull cable through existing duct package, pull cable through conduit either manually, blowing, or mechanically, and splice and activate underground and aerial lines. Other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Qualifications General Ability to do physical labor, climb ladders and poles, and work in confined spaces. Ability to read blueprints for job specifications in placement of cables and location of utilities. Distinguish between different colors for connection of fibers. Self‑starter and internally motivated to achieve corporate, department, and personal objectives. Excellent interpersonal communication skills (oral and written) and be a team player. Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills. Basic math skills to compute measurements and times. Listener and follow directions. Organized, multi‑tasked oriented, and maintain a neat and safe work environment. Work in high places on ladders and poles. Work in confined spaces. Distinguish different fiber connections. Physical Demands and Work Environment Willing to work outdoors, subject to inclement weather. Maintain visual and audible contact with crew members and other personnel/vehicles/objects for safe coordination. Work around heavy equipment and machinery. Stand or walk for long periods of time. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, twisting. Stand, walk, sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time. Wear safety boots, safety glasses, hard hat, and applicable safety gear. Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations OSHA 10 Legal Statements All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at‑will” employment relationship. #URGNT #J-18808-Ljbffr