Fiber Splicer

THIS POSITION IS A TRAVEL ROLE AND REQUIRES EXTENSIVE OVERNIGHT TRAVEL TO SUPPORT SHORT- AND LONG-TERM PROJECTS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES.

THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AS A LEVEL 1, LEVEL 2, OR LEVEL 3 SPLICER DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS.

WHO WE ARE

EPC was conceived and operates to provide anyone who desires to provide for their families through the work they do, an opportunity to do so. Everything we do revolves around the vision of a company that provides safe, quality work, driving customer demand that ultimately results in the creation of new job opportunities in the markets we serve. We focus heavily on our Core Values and expect all our employees to operate with those Core Values in Mind. These Core Values are Live Safe, Customer First, Do the Right Thing, Be at Team Player, and Be Productive.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

The Splicer is responsible for splicing, testing, and repairing cables/wires, troubleshooting both indoor and outdoor settings. They will also read, create, and maintain splicing diagrams, maintain activities surrounding the jobsite(s) and take splicing field notes. Daily work will involve traveling to different jobsite locations, survey, plan and execute placing/repairing of client facilities.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

- Shall be responsible for preparation and splicing of fiber/coax cable within a telecommunication system. Job requires a good working knowledge of a telecommunications network structure; build enclosures, use OTDR and fusion splicing equipment, ability to read fiber matrix; ability to interpret/analyze data, ability to identify/ troubleshoot problems.

- Knowledge of basic electricity, as it relates to Telecommunications including: basic principles such as voltage, current, resistance, power, grounding, insulation, Ohms & AC/DC. Operation and application of measurement instruments such as multi-meters.

- Perceive differences in wire and cable color.

- Climb and work at elevations.

- Complete daily inspections and reporting of maintenance issues on vehicles, trailers, and equipment.

- Perform service, safety checks, check oil and fluids, and minor repairs on equipment.

- Connects wire and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles.

- Ability to lift and manipulate splice enclosures/prep enclosure and other plant equipment.

- Ability to fully understand and operate technical equipment, including computers, power meters/light sources, OTDR, Pon testing and fusion splicing equipment.

- Maintain quality of tools, equipment, and vehicles.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU STAND OUT

- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

- Valid U.S. Driver’s License.

- Class A CDL is preferred.

- At least 6 months prior experience in fiber and/or coax splicing applications.

- Knowledge of reading prints.

- Working knowledge of telecommunications preferred.

- Ability to operate equipment, including, but not limited to power tools, electronic testing equipment, air compressor and heavy equipment such as bucket truck, etc.

- Must have the ability to work safely, with or without supervision.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Prior experience identifying above or below ground utilities or hazards.

- Experience operating excavators, trenchers, or plows.

- Prior knowledge of overseeing and maintaining respective equipment.

- At least 6 months prior experience operating related heavy equipment.

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING

- Full-time opportunity in a fast-growth company!

- Opportunity to work autonomously. None of that micromanaging garbage. We hate that!

- Competitive pay

- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)

- Retirement plan with company match

- Company paid time-off

- Weekly paychecks!

- Career development and growth opportunities

WHAT TO EXPECT

- Outdoors environment which may require exposure to elements, including but not limited to wind, rain, heat, cold, snow, sleet, mud, etc.

- May be required to stand, sit, bend, twist, and reach as part of the job.

- Extended periods of standing on your feet may be required.

- May be required to lift up to 80 pounds.

- Required to be able to perceive differences in wire and cable color.

- Expected to climb and work at elevations.

- Must be able to pass a background check, drug screen, or other job-related pre-hire screenings related to the job.

- Extensive (4+ weeks), overnight travel to support short- and long-term projects may be required.