Fiber Splicer - MAC

MAC Staffing Group is seeking Fiber Optic Splicer candidates, in the Texarkana, TX area, who are open to travel. The Fiber Optic / Splicing Technicians must be able to install fusion splices, test, and troubleshoot Single Mode Fiber and Multi-Mode Fiber efficiently with minimal supervision. Our client's company is a full-service telecommunications engineering, construction, technical, and installation contracting service business. They specialize in Optical Fiber, Data, Electrical, and Security installation, repair, and maintenance.

*TEMP TO HIRE OPPORTUNITY*

Responsibilities:

• Fusion splice SM or MM outside plant loose tube, inside plant tight buffered, and ribbon fiber optic cable
• Fusion splice, terminate and install an assortment of fiber optic connectors and enclosures including both loose tube fiber and ribbon fiber up to a 288ct fiber cable.
• Construct a splice case, including but not limited to bounding, slack storage and sealing.
• Must know the fiber optic color code system (Must be able to discern colors).
• Prepare and maintain splicing records, schematics, and diagrams.
• Proficient in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including traffic meters, fusion splicer, power meter, VFL and OTDR.
• Troubleshoot damaged fiber, effectively and efficiently.
• Locate buried copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Record and report all record changes immediately.
• Prep, dress, and store fiber optic cabling to specifications and assemble equipment according to design specifications.
• Preparation of armored and non-armored cables, ribbon and loose tube fiber and mid-sheath applications
• Perform live fiber cutovers during maintenance hours.
• Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber effectively and efficiently.
• Proficient in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including fusion splicer, power meter OTDR, VFL and Traffic Identifier
• Ability to read, understand and update splice documentation and maps as required.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Update job completion sheet
• Pull fiber when needed.
• Complete cut sheet
• Ability to work at night/various hours.

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• Must be open to travel Monday- Friday (daily per diem and hotel provided)
  • Outside Plants in Texas:
    • Jefferson, TX and Atlanta, TX
  • Outside Plants in Oklahoma:
    • Tulsa, OK; Oklahoma City, OK; Lawton, OK
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 4+ years of fiber splicing and testing
• At least 4+ years of experience with Fiber Terminations, Fusion Splicing and Testing in an ISP and OSP environment.
• The ideal candidate should also have experience as a fiber optic technician, fiber optic splicer, construction with fiber optic background, or fiber optic telecommunications.
• Working knowledge of the proper use and maintenance of fusion machines, OTDRs, power meters and tools of the trade
• Organized, with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment & communicate professionally with co-workers and customers.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Requires a mixture of day and night work.
• Must have a Valid driver's license.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders and operate a bucket truck if needed.
• Willingness to operate within a schedule that is subject to inclement weather conditions.