Fiber Splicer

Overview

Fiber Tel is a fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR). We are a utility construction company specializing in the installation of fiber optics and offering a full turnkey experience for our clients. We operate in Utah, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and California and focus on delivering reliable internet service through fiber optics construction and installation.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and participant in E-Verify, Fiber Tel is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are seeking qualified candidates for our Portland, OR market.

• Install and repair fiber optics.
• Splice fiber.
• Set up safety perimeters using signage, cones, and safety barriers.
• Flag traffic when required.
• Maintain flexibility to work in multiple locations and on-call duties including night and weekend work.
• Prepare splice locations, termination points, and install splice closures.
• Clean, maintain, stock, and secure the assigned vehicle and equipment daily.
• Splice loose tube fiber.
• Drive and properly use a bucket truck or pull a splicing trailer.
• Operate splicing equipment.
• Identify issues with fiber using red light.
• Construct proper splice cases.
• Submit daily time cards for crew members.
• Place a mid-sheath splice and fill out audit sheets per location (per splice).
• Test and troubleshoot fiber using an OTDR.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Update job completion sheet and pull fiber when needed.
• Complete cut sheet and perform pre-trip vehicle inspections (daily).
• Ability to work at night / various hours.

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possess a valid driver’s license or be eligible and willing to obtain the required license for the position.
• A good driving record is required.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate various types of utility trucks and equipment in a safe manner.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to handle hand tools and equipment safely.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License is a plus (higher wage scales apply to CDL holders).
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, etc.
• Willing and able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs as needed with or without assistance.
• Knowledge of fiber optic color code and numbers associated.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Understanding of terminology used in fiber splicing.
• Experience splicing fiber including all necessary steps.
• 2-3 years’ experience splicing fiber.

• Previous fiber experience, preferably in the telecommunication industry.
• Able to perform all duties in fiber optic construction.
• Ability to travel.

This is a full-time hourly position, expected to work at least 40 hours per week. The position operates in an outdoor environment and is regularly exposed to weather conditions including extreme cold, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, high temperatures, and high wind. The outside work environment varies throughout the day with changes in terrain, traffic, urban/rural settings. This position may occasionally be exposed to natural gas and the risk of electrical shock and may involve exposure to moderate to loud noise levels.

The employee must be able to stand for long periods (up to 12 hours), tolerate extreme weather, and hear/worksite safety instructions. The role requires prolonged and repeated lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, crouching, and crawling. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance:
  Medical, Dental, Vision Plans, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• PWR Discounts (Flight Tickets, Amusement Park Tickets, Nike)
• Group Discount (Pet Insurance, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance)
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

* Pay is based on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the employee.

Applicants are…