CABLE SPLICER

Ellettsville IN

Description

Smithville, an established and trusted provider of Internet, Voice, Security, and Enterprise data services, is seeking a Cable Splicer. Recognized nationally as a Top 100 broadband provider, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide our customers with excellent customer service and prompt solutions to their needs. While the company has grown to be Indiana's largest privately held telecommunications company, its core family-focused values make it unique. Smithville maintains more than 3,000 miles of high-capacity fiber in the state of Indiana and a 100 Gigabit fiber ring with full redundancy that serves large-scale businesses and enterprise-level operations. The Cable Splicer will work on projects involving new build-out services or emergency restoration services. This individual will be responsible for terminating, splicing, documenting, and testing all fiber optic/copper cables within the company’s fiber optic/copper networks and the related equipment. Responsible for customer premise installations, including racking, cabling, bonding, and grounding. WHAT YOU’LL DOPerform ring cuts on live fiber without affecting existing servicesPerform fiber/copper tests with OTDR’s, light source, and Multimeter Terminate, splice, bonds/grounds, and tests fiber/copper equipment to division standards Provide accurate equipment location, splicing, and terminating records for the fiber/copper databaseAssist the Engineering department in accepting and turning up the fiber networkBuild bays, racking, jumper ducts, and other network elements needed for the installation of fiber/copper equipment and patch panelsMonitor, communicate, and perform corrective actions to fix problems affecting any fiber/copper related equipment Install demarcation enclosures, switches, and other telecom equipmentRotate on an alternating on-call schedule to respond to network outages when needed Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds repeatedly and frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WHAT YOU’LL NEEDHigh school diploma or equivalent Valid driver’s license requiredPrefer at least 3 years of experience in modern fiber splicing techniques for the telecommunications industryAbility to work under minimal supervision, including applying technical expertise to evaluate problems and implement the best solutions Work well under pressure and deadline environmentsAbility to adapt to a fast-paced environment Must fully comply with the company’s safety programInteract and communicate effectively with co-workers, managers, and customers Working knowledge of OTDR and testing fiberAbility to read and interpret splicing schematicsPossesses general computer and keyboarding skills (MS Office Suite experience helpful)Prefer experience with the following equipment: fusion splicer, mechanical splicer, OTDR, TDR, power meters, traffic identifiers, digital multi-meters, cleavers, strippers, buffer tube splitters, cable ring tools, hand tools, toners, rodders, ladders, bucket trucks, etc. WE’VE GOT YOU COVEREDCompetitive WageInsurance Plans include Medical | Prescription | Dental | Vision | Term Life | Long-Term Disability | Voluntary Insurance (Our Base HDHP Medical Plan and Base Dental Plan are FREE for you and your family. Some restrictions may apply)Health Savings Account with generous annual company contributions to HSA401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company matchPaid vacation, personal and sick daysPaid holidaysTuition reimbursementPaid trainingDiscounted company products and servicesCompany-paid uniforms and tools ABOUT USFor nearly 100 years, Smithville has been and is a locally grown, family-owned, cutting-edge, live-where-we-work, stand-by-our-products, part-of-the-neighborhood, wildly-Hoosier technology company in the heart of Southern Indiana. We provide the best technology services without sending you across the globe for support. We love our services and Indiana. We think you will too! Review of employment applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Smithville is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. PI188588023