Fiber Optic Splicer at TEKsystems

Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Fiber Optic Splicer is responsible for the terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting and testing of all fiber optic cables within the systems fiber optic networks and their related equipment with the end goal of providing maximum operating efficiency. "Case", "Ditch Witch" and "Vermeer" drop plow equipment

This job will include work on weekends, holidays, standby and unscheduled hours, and overtime. Travel of over 75% may be required. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Install, repair, maintain, test proof or adjust, as needed, all fiber optic cables and related equipment. In the course of performing these duties, the technician will climb utility poles and ladders, lift and carry equipment that weighs at least 75 lbs, use a variety of hand tools, work in all types of inclement weather, enter Underground facilities and be able to use a shovel to uncover underground closures.
• Coordinate fiber activities with other departments and staff.
• Performs fiber tests with OTDR’s, light source and meters.
• Terminates, splices, bonds/grounds and tests fiber optic equipment to customer standards.
• Provides accurate equipment location, splicing and terminating records for the fiber database.
• Assists the Construction and Engineering departments in accepting and turning up the fiber network.
• Builds bays, racking, jumper ducts and other network elements needed for the installing of fiber optic equipment and patch and panels.
• Monitor, communicate and perform corrective actions to fix problems affecting any fiber or fiber related equipment from Master Control to and through each HUB to the NODE.
• Provision and install media converters for Dedicated Access customers.
• Serve as a technical resource for staff on all fiber related areas and technical procedures. Be available for any on call emergency coverage for fiber restoration year-round.

benefits package includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Digital Health & Wellness Support
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term disability 
• Group term & Voluntary life insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 
• Paid Time Off & 401K
• Company Discount Website

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.