Fiber Splicing Independent Contractor Jobs in Reno, NV

THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE EXTENSIVE TRAVEL TO AND WITHIN KEY PROJECT MARKETS OF NORTH LOUISIANA, CENTRAL ALABAMA, OMAHA, NEBRASKA, AND RENO, NEVADA. ROTATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF 28/7 WILL BE REQUIRED IF YOU DO NOT CURRENTLY RESIDE IN-MARKET.

WHO WE ARE

EPC was conceived and operates to provide anyone who desires to provide for their families through the work they do, an opportunity to do so. Everything we do revolves around the vision of a company that provides safe, quality work, driving customer demand that ultimately results in the creation of new job opportunities in the markets we serve. We focus heavily on our Core Values and expect all our employees to operate with those Core Values in Mind. These Core Values are Live Safe, Customer First, Do the Right Thing, Be at Team Player, and Be Productive.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

This position will be a working lead/manager role, meaning they’ll have split responsibilities of orchestrating the day-to-day activities of the field splice & test crews both in-house and contracted resources as well as performing splicing functions and testing. This individual will be responsible for leading a team of fiber splicers (in-house and/or subcontractors) in completing all aspects of fiber splicing, including performing fiber splicing activities as a working manager.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Utilize proper techniques to splice fiber, and to assign to members of the team.
• Troubleshooting of fiber utilizing an OTDR and other appropriate equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining acceptable performance standards and metrics of crews working on multiple projects.
• Be able to lead large cuts and throws for customers
• Testing- understands both OTDR and Light Meter testing, able to put together test results as requested by customer
• Splicing- understands proper means and methods of setups for OSP and ISP installations
• Material- understand splicing needs and be able to stock material for splicers
• Maintain contract schedule. Night work as needed.
• Responsible for all administrative functions necessary to document work including but not limited to ordering and tracking of supplies, billing, hours, safety documents, etc.
• Ensure safety practices and procedures are followed at all times.
• Perform other related work as assigned using available resources to achieve established goals.
• Possess the ability to communicate with projects managers, peers, and customers to schedule work and communicate deliver dates to the team.
• Develop splice packages, fiber layer records, and review/approve test results and as-built packages upon completion in the field.
• Possess the ability to communicate with projects managers, peers, and customers to schedule work and communicate deliver dates to the team.
• Track new and ongoing projects by maintaining numerous Project Trackers.
• Attend utility, municipal and customer meetings to review and obtain permissions for newly proposed customer projects. Some of these meetings occur after hours and on weekends.
• Operate a bucket truck and able to work aloft to access splice cases and lashing fiber cable. Install a lashing machine on the strand and lash small sections of fiber to secure to the supporting strand.
• Shall possess knowledge of fiber optic filters and CDWM filter splicing and testing.
• The technician must also be able to operate an EXFO OTDR and work with CNS or contracted resources to complete fiber testing for circuits on an as needed basis.
• Individual must be willing to learn and attend continuing ed classes for OTDR and fiber splicing.
• Supervisor must be able to operate a fusion splice machine (single and mass) for fiber optic cables. This work requires a steady hand and the ability to sit in a single location for extended periods of time.
• Supervisor must be able to work on ladders both 28-foot extension and step up to 8-foot-high step ladders.
• supervisor will also need to cover on-call shifts to support the CNS fiber Network. This at times may require working in adverse conditions and on holidays.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU STAND OUT

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of verifiable field experience in splicing fiber optics and 5 years copper experience.
• A thorough understanding of splicing and testing both fiber and copper plant
• Able to diagnose trouble in both fiber and copper plants
• Strong people skills, team building, solid leadership skills
• Willing to work nights/weekends as required (available 24/7)
• Able to run a crew of 8-12 OSP splicers

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING

• Full-time, permanent opportunity in a fast-growth company!
• Opportunity to work autonomously. None of that micromanaging garbage. We hate that!
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Company paid time-off
• Weekly paychecks!
• Training & development opportunities

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Outdoors environment which may require exposure to elements, including but not limited to wind, rain, heat, cold, snow, sleet, mud, etc.
• May be required to stand, sit, bend, twist, and reach as part of the job.
• Extended periods of standing on your feet may be required.
• May be required to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to pass a background check, drug screen, or other job-related pre-hire screenings related to the job.
• Must be efficient at working around others but also working alone when required.
• Must be able to travel up to 100% of the time to support active projects and builds across the country.
• Must be capable of working random hours through workweeks to support night cuts or weekend work.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to include the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We retain our right to at-will employment at all times and this job description is not meant to be intended as a contract or guarantee of employment at any time.