Fiber Optic Splicer

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and integrity of fiber optic cabling in various environments. A fiber optic splicer installs, maintains, and repairs fiber optic cables and systems, ensuring high-speed connectivity for data, voice, and video transmission, and troubleshooting issues to maintain optimal performance.

SCOPE OF WORK:

• Continuous focus on safety
• Splicing various types of Fiber optic cable with connectors or pig tails.
• Install fiber optic enclosures and hardware.
• Provide acceptable test results using OTDR, Power Meters
• Identify and troubleshoot basic optical problems, minimizing network downtime
• Read and understand engineered drawings and riser diagrams
• Install and understand network equipment architecture
• Maintain accurate records and test results
• Respond to network outages and perform required troubleshooting and repairs.
• Keep up-to-date records of project progress, including production reports, time sheets, and necessary customer documentation.
• Maintain splice equipment
• Complete certification testing of fiber optic systems
• Experienced in understanding and adhering to safety including those outlined by OSHA, NESC, NEC, and other pertinent standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following Gaylor’s policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Knowledge of test equipment, digital analyzer, and OTDR. 
• Experience with both levels of splicing, Splicer 1 and Splicer 2.
• Experience installing, inspecting, repairing, and troubleshooting various fiber optic cables. 
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals. 
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. 
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs. 
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult position such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, above ceilings, etc. 
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements. 
• Overnight travel may be required. 
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service. 
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures. 
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly. 
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements. 
• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test. 
• Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• Maintain a current BICSI Installer 2, Optical Fiber Certification or BICSI Technician Certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification