Fiber Splicer

Grid Source Fiber Splicer – Baton Rouge, LA

Pay: $30-35 per hour depending on experience

The Fiber Splicer is responsible for mending and performing maintenance to fix any signal errors; splicing thin strands of flexible glass that allow the transmission of light from one location to the next; and terminating fiber optic cables to develop into new areas.

• Prep, dress, store fiber optic cabling to specifications and assemble equipment according to design specifications.
• Perform fiber optic splicing and understand engineering and splicing drawings.
• Read, interpret, and understand fiber matrix, plant design files, and complete required documentation, such as as-builts in electronic and/or hard copy as required.
• Prep armored/unarmored cables, ribbon and loose-tube fiber, mid-sheaths.
• Install and re-enter various enclosure types, patch panel, multiplexers (WDM / CWDM / DWDM).
• Install and dress fiber optic cables (vertical/horizontal).
• Preform splicing and testing on aerial fiber, activate, and troubleshoot fiber links after installation, and/or underground fiber plant.
• Hang and secure enclosures and storage loops in aerial/underground locations.
• Maintain proper inventory on vehicle based on work assignment.
• Operate vehicle and bucket lift safely, following all safety and traffic regulations.
• Prepare paperwork to track daily production and accurately record completed work on job site blueprints.
• Other responsibilities as directed by supervision.

• Must be 21 or older.
• 1-2 years’ experience in fiber optics.
• Strong knowledge and ability in understanding standard fiber optic preparation and splicing equipment, OTDR, fusion splicer, power meters, identifiers, and associated hand tools.
• Able to pass background and drug screening.
• Good driving record.
• Can work with minimal supervision and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication using technical terms; skills with MS Word, Excel, and email required.

• Paid vacation.
• 401K, medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid sick leave as per applicable state or municipal laws.

Grid source proudly supports our U.S. military, veterans, and their families. Thank you for your service! Active military, transitioning service members, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Grid source is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Grid source will provide reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.