Fiber Splicer - South Carolina

About the role

As a Fiber Splicer, you will play a key role in building and maintaining our advanced fiber networks. This position is ideal for individuals eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-performing team in the telecommunications field in the Panama City, FL market.  Fiber Splicers are responsible for executing tasks related to fiber cables, splice enclosures, network acceptance processes, and equipment updates, all while ensuring safety and adhering to operational standards.  The Fiber Splicer serves as a member of the project team, primarily responsible for enhancing overall job-site productivity, safety, and quality. This role assists with multiple aspects of the structured cable installation process, including pathway construction, rough-in, routing, Telecommunication Room buildout, cable terminations, labeling, and bonding in accordance with existing standards.

What you'll do

• Follow safe work practices and company and client worksite policies.
• Assist the project team with installation activities as needed.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and cutsheets.
• Proficiently use fiber optic splicing and testing equipment, including fusion splicers, OTDRs, power meters, and light sources.
• Conduct thorough testing and troubleshooting of fiber-optic cables to identify and resolve issues such as breaks, bends, or poor splices.
• Effectively work individually and as part of a team.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency repairs and maintenance outside of normal working hours.
• Know the different materials and methodologies involved in installing a structured cabling system.
• Maintain compliance with customer security requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in OSP fiber optic construction.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree.
• Fiber Optics Technician Certification is a plus.
• Expertise in fusion splicing, OTDR testing, power meter/light source testing, and troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic cable types, color codes, and installation techniques
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and GIS maps, including network schematics
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• FTTH knowledge, as well as familiarity with microfiber and air-blown fiber installation/splicing, is a plus
• Flagger Certification is desirable for fieldwork as needed.
• Climbing Certification is desirable.
• Ability to travel frequently to various project sites.
• Must reside in Panama City, Florida.
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Equal Opportunity Employer

Mainline LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provides consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.