Fiber Splicer

Vast Networks is currently looking for Fiber Splicers in the Central Valley in California.! If working for a small, rapidly growing organization interests you please reach out to us.
The primary responsibilities of the Fiber Splicer will be to splice fiber optic cables in both outdoor and indoor settings. The ideal candidate will be able to read, create and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams, maintain control of activities surrounding the assigned work site(s), taking and maintaining accurate splicing and filed notes, support project timelines, and inspecting, designing and providing accurate staking sheets for projects.

Essential Duties:

• Ability to splice fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon cables.
• Able to construct proper splice including but not limited to; grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage and sealing.
• Ability to perform work in accordance with TIA, industry, and customer specific standards.
• Comfortable entering, maintaining and exiting existing spice enclosures.
• Knowledge of the installation of fiber optic cable in new and existing conduit.
• Ability to terminate, test, troubleshoot and maintain fiber optic networks.
• Must have good attention to detail regarding setting up splice locations, termination points, and general live fiber optic construction.
• Knowledge of fusion splicing both loose tube and ribbon fiber optic cables and how to place a mid-sheath splice.
• Able to test/troubleshoot fiber using OTDR.
• Ability to safely utilize bucket trucks, access manholes, and hand holes. Use ladders to access various installation and construction points as required.
• Ensure proper safety techniques and incident reporting procedures are followed
• Other duties as required.

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years of fiber splicing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow engineering design maps.
• Must have intermediate MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
• Ability to drive for results completing assignments timely and accurately.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working with a team or alone.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen.
• Motor vehicle driver’s license

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull/carry up to 75 pounds
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, etc.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions (hot, cold, wet and dry)
• Up to 50% local travel required – to a variety of worksites (planned in advance)
• Must be able to work in loud, noise-filled environment out in the field

Vast Networks offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.