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We are actively seeking an experienced Fiber Splicer, with knowledge of both outdoor and indoor settings for fiber optics cable. All candidates must adhere to strict safety standards while ensuring the highest quality of work is completed efficiently and timely.
Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by company policy

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Installations, troubleshooting, and maintaining all fiber optic systems in businesses, homes, schools, and other organizations to ensure that they are working properly.
• Ability and understanding of OTDR, Red light testing, Live fiber identifier, Power meter to ensure there is adequate performance.
• Creating sensors and performing inspections to make sure that the fiber optic systems do not have defects that could undermine performance.
• Conducting regular inspections of the systems with the aim of locating and repairing any defects detected during the inspections.
• Performing premises cabling and running fiber optic cables underground and aerial.
• Perform work in accordance with industry standards.
• Be familiar with 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 underground and aerial telecom facilities in records, on maps and in the field with clarity and detail.
• Determining solutions to any problems and issues that are preventing the fiber optic systems from performing optimally.
• Constructing a proper splice case as well as preparing and maintaining records, diagrams, picture documentation and schematics relating to the splice case.
• Able to read and create as-build fiber splice reports.

QUALIFICATIONS: (Education, Experience and Skills):

• Knowledge of how-to fusion splice both loose tube and ribbon fiber optic cables.
• Know how to place a mid-sheath splice.
• Ability to work with clients regarding engineering problems, confer with customer contacts while communicating with the Supervisor.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and make good sound decisions based on information given. Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure.
• Must hold a valid Driver’s License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Flexibility to travel
• Ability to work non-standard workhours as needed
• Ability to operate buck truck

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed most frequently outdoors in weather conditions that vary from below freezing temperatures to heat above 90 degrees, in wet and dry conditions and in rural areas. Employee’s may perform duties around energized and de-energized electric lines and equipment and moving mechanical parts. Work may be performed in confined spaces. Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
Work is heavy and requires exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Lifting and carrying of 10 to 50 pounds frequently is required. Reaching and lifting overhead is frequent. Job requires standing, crawling, climbing, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling and reaching a majority of the time. Performs work on poles at heights of up to 75 feet, normally in awkward positions. May spend long periods of time driving and/or riding in line construction vehicles to reach remote areas of the service territory.

• What you didn’t know about us:
• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
• Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

• We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

• We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

• We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
• Kelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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• You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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