Fiber Splicing Apprentice

• Read understand, interpret, input, and analyze data with a high degree of accuracy and completeness.
• Operate technical equipment, including but not limited to computer, OTDR and fusion splicing equipment for single and ribbon fiber, and understand the functioning thereof.
• Complete low level and high-level labor-intensive tasks as well as operation of assigned construction equipment.
• Complete daily production reports to document work performed; track and communicate daily production and materials.
• Use hand tools, ladders, and equipment to assist in the completion of an assigned project.
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Lift and manipulate splice enclosures and other plant and equipment.
• Work safely, with or without supervision.
• Comfortably work in cramped and/or enclosed spaced for extended periods of time.
• Work aloft, either from a ladder, aerial lift device, or by gaffing

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of directly related experience.
• Combination of work experience and/or technical training in an industry-related trade certification or education program
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Working knowledge of health, safety and environmental protection practices and procedures as they apply to related construction processes.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment utilized in splicing fiber.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and properly tow/back-up trailers.
• Solid understanding of current construction practices and familiarity with construction documents.
• Proven ability to guide safe work practices in a high-pressure environment while maintaining project quality, schedule, and budget.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple project stakeholders, interpret stakeholders’ needs, and identify solutions.
• Must be capable of handling logistics and crew assignments.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience operating and performing work in a bucket truck, man-lift, etc.
• Must successfully complete pre-access drug and alcohol requirements
• Must possess and maintain a clean driver’s abstract and valid full-driver's license appropriate to the requirements of the vehicle being driven.

Working Conditions

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including the ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet) and perform work on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to work with little supervision while following safety policies and procedures, wearing required personal protective equipment, and adding to a safe and positive team environment is a must.