Fiber Splicer | UAM Fiber Construction

Youngstown, OH, US, 44509

Additional Locations: OH, PA, KY, VA, GA, MI

Primary Locations: OH, Youngstown, 106 South Meridian Rd, 44509

Requisition ID: 204766

Job Description

DRG is looking for a Fiber Splicer who will be responsible for performing skilled tasks in accordance with standard industry practices in the construction, maintenance, and operation of telecommunications. This position will be responsible for using various specialized equipment in an outside fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Installations, troubleshooting, and maintaining all fiber optic systems in businesses, homes, schools, and other organizations to ensure that they are working properly.

• Measuring the signal strength of television, telephone, and internet connections to ensure that there is adequate performance.

• Creating sensors and performing inspections to make sure that the fiber optic systems do not have defects that could undermine performance.

• Splice fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon optic cables. Construct a proper splice case, including but not limited to grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage, and sealing. Prepare and maintain splicing records, schematics, and diagrams.

• Conducting regular inspections of the systems with the aim of locating and repairing any defects detected during the inspections.

• Determining solutions to any problems and issues that are preventing the fiber optic systems from performing optimally.

• Constructing a proper splice case as well as preparing and maintaining records, diagrams, and schematics relating to the splice case.

Requirements

• OSP splicing

• Local candidates preferred as relocation assistance is not available for this position.

• You’re able to perform manual tasks requiring frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, lifting, digging, pushing and pulling

• You can lift up to 100 pounds

• You can work outside in all elements

• You can travel outside of the area for work, including frequent overnight travel

• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screens

• Frequent sitting, standing, climbing, and bending. Occasional standing, walking, and kneeling and crawling are required.

• Close peripheral and distant visual abilities are needed including depth perception.

• The work environment is frequently loud and requires the employee to work in a variety of outdoor conditions

• Knowledge of materials and tools used in line construction and maintenance work

• Test, activate, and troubleshoot equipment after installation

• Able to proficiently splice telecommunication wires

• Dependable and Trustworthy

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Operate construction equipment and machinery

• Work under any type of weather conditions

• Work independently or as part of a team and relate well to co-workers

Qualifications

• 2+ years OSP Fiber Splicing

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

• High school graduate or GED certificate preferred.

• OSHA certification is a plus, but not required. Must be able to complete online OSHA and safety-related certifications

Additional Information

The ideal candidate would be comfortable with traveling from location to location. Candidates must be comfortable working full time with a minimum of 40 - 45 hours per week. Compensation based on experience. Continual training and development offered. Pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle records screen, criminal background screen, and Social Security # verification required. Davey Resource Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. DRG is Employee Owned. We encourage you to take ownership of your future.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com .

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 100%

Davey is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and considers all qualified employees and applicants for all positions regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state, or local law. It is our mandate that all matters related to the terms and conditions of employment and all treatment on the job be free of discrimination. In addition, harassment based on any protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.

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Nearest Major Market: Cleveland

Nearest Secondary Market: Youngstown