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SUMMARY:
As a successful Fiber Splicer, you will be responsible for the proper preparation and splicing of fiber optic cable within a telecommunications system.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Prepare fiber cable into new or existing splice enclosure, tray, and splice fiber optic cable, to include single fiber and up to 432-count fiber
- Splice fiber via fusion methods
- Ribbonize loose tube fiber
- Identify and access fibers in an existing splice enclosure
- Respond to network outages and perform the required repairs
- Install termination panels on customer premises as well as fiber terminals in an environmental cabinet and/or underground vault
- Test cable with optical test equipment such as OTDR, power meter, fiber identifier, and fiber scope to troubleshoot and repair fiber
- Complete testing and turn-ups of subscriber circuits
- Analyze fiber traces
- Complete the required close-out documentation for all splice locations
- Secure Company and customer-issued assets and equipment in a safe manner at all times
- Use of hand tools, ladders, and equipment to assist in the completion of an assigned project.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Familiarity with fiber optic cable, splice enclosures, and the functionality of each
- Experience with backbone splicing
- Ability to use OTDR and fusion splicing equipment
- Ability to read fiber matrices
- Ability to interpret and analyze data
- Ability to troubleshoot problems
- Willingness to Travel
- Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including the ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions