Fiber Splice Technician

Description

Job Summary:

FOCUS Broadband seeks a dedicated, hardworking individual for our Fiber Splicing Technician opportunity. This technician performs cable installation, construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to the FOCUS Broadband communication network. This technician will work in both indoor and outdoor settings, including but not limited to the central office cable system and various weather conditions. The Fiber Splicing Technician will need to be able to review, interpret, and analyze splicing diagrams and blueprints.

Requirements

• Splices fiber, copper, cable, and cuts terminals for new construction. Maintains and repairs new cable plant copper and fiber optic lines by opening and bonding.
• Maintains cable system by testing to locate the trouble, opening cable to repair or replace defective sections, and closing and sealing cable.
• Identifies, counts, and prepares groups of pairs for splicing.
• Mounts demarcation devices and protectors at customer premises and attached individual house or service cable pair of Central Office feeder cable.
• Knowledge of telecommunications construction and cable installation practices and procedures.
• Read and interpret documents such as maps, diagrams, blueprints, and operating maintenance manuals.
• Must have a valid and good driving record. With the capability to obtain a Class “A” CDL Driver’s license
• Self-motivated individually as well as in a team environment
• Clear & concise communication skills with internal as well as external customers.
• Strong attention to detail and punctuality.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules. Example: overtime, holidays, weekends, on-call.
• The adeptness to work out-of-doors in various weather conditions.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Certifications in fiber technical field preferred
• Previous splicing and troubleshooting of copper and fiber cable experience required.
• Must be available for flexible work schedules. Example: day shift, night shift, weekends, on-call, overtime.
• Must have a valid and good driving record.
• Experience climbing poles, ladders, or operating aerial lifts mounted on trucks, preferred.
  
  

Who is FOCUS Broadband?

FOCUS Broadband is North Carolina’s largest communications cooperative. Formerly known as ATMC, our humble roots began in 1955 when residents banded together to bring telephone service to Brunswick County for the first time. Today, our team provides high-speed fiber optic internet, Merge TV, Wireless Security, and more.

FOCUS Broadband is proud of our history and reputation for putting our customers first. FOCUS Broadband has built its reputation by providing award-winning customer service and outstanding technology. We are building a next-generation, 100% fiber-optic network in Brunswick County with planned expansions into Duplin, Columbus, Pender, and Robeson Counties portions.

As employees at FOCUS Broadband, our team enjoys rewarding, challenging, and exciting careers. Though we number more than 300 employees, FOCUS Broadband maintains a small company feel by letting employees know they are appreciated, valued, and recognized. Our team enjoys competitive earnings and excellent benefits, including a 401k with a company match with an additional company contribution to the 401k, an on-site clinic, a lucrative wellness program, tuition reimbursement to help with career advancement, and much more. FOCUS Broadband is a “Local Company with Local Priorities.”

Are you ready to start an exciting career with FOCUS Broadband?

FOCUS Broadband Benefits

• Competitive Salaries
• 401k w/ Company Match
• Additional 401k Company Contribution
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO
  
  

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of employees. Furthermore, nothing in this job description should be interpreted to conflict with or eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of FOCUS Broadband.

FOCUS Broadband is an Equal Business Employer. FOCUS Broadband is a Drug-Free Workplace. FOCUS Broadband participates in the E-Verify system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security.