Fiber Splicer - Kanaan Communications

Kanaan Communications is currently seeking to fill Fiber Splicer Technician positions.

Summary of Position:

A successful Fiber Splicer shall be responsible for proper preparation and splicing of fiber optic cable within a telecommunications system. At a minimum, the position requires a good working knowledge of telecommunications network structure; familiarity with fiber optic cable, splice enclosures and the functionality of each; ability to use OTDR and fusion splicing equipment; ability to read fiber matrices; ability to interpret and analyze data; and, ability to identify and troubleshoot problems.

Responsibilities:

• Completion of low level and high level labor intensive tasks as well as operation of assigned construction equipment.
• Completion of daily production reports to document work performed.
• Use of hand tools, ladders, and equipment to assist in the completion of an assigned project.
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and work areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus for candidates with at least 12 months of Fiber Splicing

experience and demonstrate technical knowledge. 

• Minimum 2 years experience fusion fiber splicing
• 1-2 years : Experience in FTTH, rDOF, and/or long haul fiber matrix
• 1-2 years : Experience with various fiber sizes (Variation from flat to 96 ct + fiber sizes)
• 1 year : Experience in fiber testing and troubleshooting with OTDR, OLTS, Light Meter, and/or fiber fault (VFL)
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment. (Wrenches, Drills, Ladders, Lanyards, Fork Lifts, Saws, etc.)
• Proficient in the use of telecom construction equipment. (Aerial Lifts, Dozers, Lashers, Meters, Plows, etc.
• Experience with both Ribbon fiber and loose tube with combination in deribbonizing and ribbonizing (preffered)
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check, motor vehicle check, drug test, and DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid Chauffers License

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Climb into and out of equipment (trucks, cars, backhoes, trenchers, etc.) 
• Must be able to lift/carry 80 lbs. regularly as needed with or without assistance  
• The employee will be sitting, bending, using hands and fingers to handle or feel as well as reaching with hands and arms to spaces both high and low, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, crawling, crouching, lifting, holding, or stooping while on shift
• Ability to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses and hardhat
• Remote work may be required - long driving and sitting will be required in these instances
• Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include but are not limited to close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus potentially near and/or far as needed
• The noise level in the work environment for this position maybe moderate to loud
• All work is outdoors so employees in this position are regularly exposed to outside weather conditions which can include but is not limited to extreme heat and cold temperatures; inclement weather such as rain, snow, sleet, and dust as well as adverse driving conditions including wet roads, icy roads, and fog

What Kanaan offers:

• Opportunity to work in a growing company
• Competitive Pay and weekly paychecks
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Long & Short-Term Disability
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Employee Monthly Stock Investment Plan
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Flexible Spending Accounts     
  • Health Savings Account
  • Cigna Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program    
  • Legal Insurance Plan
  • SurgeryPlus service
  • Teladoc System     

Starting Range $24 based on experience

Who we are...

Kanaan Communications, LLC provides a wide range of services to telecommunications providers including engineering services; outside plant construction (Aerial/Underground); plant maintenance; network upgrades including node splits, fiber & coax splicing, and activation/certification work.  Kanaan has a specialized power supply team providing maintenance, capital improvements, and on-demand services. Join the Kanaan Communications Team!

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)

The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.