Fiber Splice Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay Range: $40.00 - $55.00
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision programs with 60-80% company contribution.
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability.
• 401K with Company match.
• Annual clothing allowance.
• Licensing assistance.

Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Fiber Splice Technician will be to prep and splice fiber optic cables in outdoor settings, read, create, and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams, and maintain control of OSP activities surrounding the assigned project. The candidate will take and maintain accurate splicing and field notes and support project timelines, in addition to performing end to end OTDR tests, reviewing test results for acceptable loss readings, and providing close out packages complete with pictures, formal loss results, and redlined schematic documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Splice fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon cables.
• Construct a proper splice case.
• Prepare and maintain splicing records, schematics, and diagrams.
• Perform work in accordance with industry standards.
• Read and follow design engineers' instructions and specifications, maintain the scope of work on the project and adhere to safety procedures.
  Prepare engineering field notes.

• Interpret buried and aerial telecom facilities in records, maps and in the field with clarity and detail.
• Perform bi-directional OTDR testing, along with power meter testing, and capture loss to ensure splicing loss budget is adhered to.
• Create complete close out documentation packets for all splice locations.
  Assist with creating MOP's for maintenance window work on live fiber.
• Maintain safety standards, and values safety more than anything else

• All other tasks as assigned by management.

Skills:

• Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Requirements:

• Prior experience performing mid-sheath entries (ring cuts), and buffer tube ring cuts.
• Prior experience with troubleshooting fiber in an Active/PON/FTTP environment.
• Skilled at working with DWDM and CWDM equipment and testing different wavelengths.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol and background check requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting/Carrying (25-100lbs) daily - Equipment
• Bending/Twisting (6-10 hours) daily
• Standing (6-10 hours) daily
• Repetitive Motion (strip/cleave/splice) 6-10 hours daily
• Walking (6-10 hours) daily
• Pushing/Pulling/Lifting (6-10 hours) daily

About Us:

Maverick Corporation is a full-service Engineering and Construction firm working in the telecommunications, Electrical vehicle infrastructure and electrical power sectors. Our customers range from traditional municipal and co-op electric utilities and telecommunication service providers to companies operating in the oil & gas and the transportation industries. Maverick Corporation and its affiliates provide project management, quality control and review services; aerial, underground, and technical services in construction; as well as design, survey, permitting, and owner’s agent services in engineering. Maverick has been incorporated since 1994, and is a growing company with headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts.

Maverick Corporation is comprised of individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and lifestyles. We embrace diversity and invite applications from people of all walks of life. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. In accordance with the MA Wage Transparency Act, we are committed to equitable compensation practices and transparency in our hiring process.