Fiber Splicer

Job Title: Fiber Splicer
Reports To: Area Manager, Operations

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Department: Operations

Benefit: Eligible

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

The Fiber Spicer is primarily responsible for cable/enclosure prepping, fusion splicing, verification testing, troubleshooting and fiber optic cable repair. The Fiber Splicer will be required to review, create, and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams (Matrix). The candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate splicing and field notes along with supporting project timelines. They will also be performing end to end OTDR testing, analyzing test results for acceptable loss readings, and providing close out packages complete with pictures, formal loss results, and redlined schematic documentation.

What your responsibilities will be:

• Terminate, fusion splice and install a variety of fiber optic connectors and enclosures including both loose tube fiber and ribbon fiber up to an 288ct fiber cable.
• Maintains the security of the outside fiber plant (OSP) network, either aerial and/or underground throughout area of responsibility.
• Must be able to perform mid-sheath/ring cut/midspan entry on a cable without service interruption. Proficient in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including traffic meters, fusion splicer, power meter, VFL and OTDR using EXFO Fast Reporter with IOLM Format
• Knowledge of applicable electronic equipment and specialty tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber, effectively and efficiently.
• Must ensure that both he/she and all employees comply with proper safety standards/ procedures and work practices according to OSHA standards, Future Infrastructure and/or the customer, whichever standard is higher.
• Ability to read, understand and update splice

What you bring to the table:

• 1 -3 years fiber optic telecommunications experience required.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces, be able to identify between colors.
• Valid Driver’s License, acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to travel/overnight stays as required.

General Qualifications:

• Microsoft software experience including Power Point, Internet, e-mail, and database software as required.
• High School Diploma or equivalency, Fiber Optic Certification Training preferred, but not required.

• Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Bilingual is a plus
• Ability to organize and prioritize effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Power Point

Key Competencies:

• Accountable – Take ownership and commit to get it right, the first time.
• Inclusive – Able to work in a collaborative style that highlights strengths, pushes you to reach your highest potential, and ensures an enjoyable and rewarding experience for all.
• Innovative – Be resourceful, creative, hungry, humble, and smart to develop world class products, services, and solutions.
• Respectful – Hold every assignment with regard for our customers and each other.
• Integrous – Be open, honest, and transparent with yourself, coworkers, customers, and stakeholders in every action.
• Diverse - Embrace unique thought processes to assist in making well-rounded decisions that ultimately benefits our team and our customers.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• regularly required to talk and hear
• frequently required to sit, stand, bend at the knees and waist, and walk
• required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork
• required to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulder
• required to use close vision and focus

Why Join the Blue Stream Team?

A career with Blue Stream means joining a team committed to provide great products and services to our customers. As trusted industry experts we will bring reliable fiber infrastructure to homes and businesses throughout Florida. This will allow us to offer world-class internet, TV and phone services that enrich lives through the most trusted products and high-touch customer experience.

Our vision is to be the favorite internet, TV and phone provider keeping all of Florida connected and entertained.

People

As we continue to grow, our company becomes even more people and customer focused. This philosophy is what we believe allows us to become a leader in the industry. Employees here are given the chance to cultivate skills and are encouraged to create a career path that utilizes their talent to optimum potential. Blue Stream is populated by a multicultural network of people, lending a wide range of experience, and offering boundless opportunities.

At Blue Stream Fiber we celebrate diversity by employing people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and unique thought processes. Blue Stream Fiber’s success is cultivated by a culture that empowers all employees to fulfill their professional goals.