Regional Splicing Manager

CONSTRUCT YOUR CAREER WITH MEARS AND BUILD AMERICA'S FUTURE

Are you looking for your next big opportunity? At Mears Broadband, we offer more than just a job. We offer a career where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.

Mears Broadband LLC, a Quanta Services company, is a leader in the construction and infrastructure industry. With more than 50 years of experience, we are committed to safety, quality, and integrity. We bring together people and resources to build the framework that powers our nation.

REGIONAL SPLICING MANAGER

The Regional Splicing Manager, in Austin TX, oversees fiber optic splicing, testing, and closeout activities across multiple projects, ensuring all work meets industry standards and customer requirements. This role manages regional planning, scheduling, and crew coordination while upholding the highest safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership with technical expertise in fiber optics to drive team performance, consistency, and customer satisfaction.

WHY JOIN MEARS?

• Build America: Mears is a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions in oil and gas, electric transmission and distribution, telecom, and wastewater industries across North America.
• Professional growth: Mears offers comprehensive training programs and career advancement pathways.
• Competitive compensation:Enjoy competitive wages and excellent benefits.
• Community impact: We give back to the communities we serve.

SAFETY THAT BRINGS YOU HOME:

At Mears, safety is our utmost priority. We are at the forefront of enhancing safety outcomes for both our employees and clients. We empower our workers to take ownership of their own safety. The Capacity Model is designed to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:

Despite our size, Mears remains a family company. Our suite of benefits reflects our commitment to our employees.

• Paid on-the-job technical and professional growth opportunities
• Established career path for future advancement
• 401k and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans
• Health, prescription, dental, vision plans
• Life & Disability Insurance plans
• Financial wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount programs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supervise the planning, scheduling, and execution of fiber splicing projects to ensure productivity, quality, and safety standards are met.
• Track production metrics and manage budgets to maintain project timelines and deliverables.
• Oversee all field activities including splicing, testing, and closeout deliverables, ensuring compliance with customer and industry standards.
• Lead safety meetings and job hazard analyses to uphold a safe work environment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and cut sheets to plan and sequence work.
• Ensure proper use of testing equipment such as OTDRs and power meters to verify network performance.
• Inspect fiber splice enclosures for proper installation, grounding, bonding, and sealing.
• Mentor and develop supervisors and technicians to strengthen team performance and leadership capability.
• Coordinate crews, materials, and equipment across projects to maximize efficiency and meet regional goals.
• Review test results and closeout documentation for accuracy before client submission.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to align regional operations and resolve complex issues.
• Provide technical input for estimating, planning, and process improvement initiatives.
• Enforce companywide safety, quality, and compliance standards across all regional operations.
• Serve as the primary regional contact for clients on technical and operational matters.
• Ensure accurate, timely submission of as-builts, test results, and other project documentation.
• All other duties as assigned.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of leadership experience
• 5+ years of experience as a fiber optic splicing technician
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, splice plans, work orders, and cut sheets
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Email, and tools like Google Earth and AutoCAD

• Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills

• The physical activity required for this role includes:

• travel as needed for site visits, client meetings and business operations
• site visits in a range of weather conditions, including hot and cold weather
• Walking on uneven and variable terrain
• Sitting, standing, walking for extended periods in an office environment
• Frequently standing, walking, stooping, reaching, climbing, bending and reaching
• Manual dexterity for computer use, files and office equipment
• lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

This role is accepting applications until filled

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.