Fiber Splicer II- Outside Plant Construction

Fiber Splicer II
- Outside Plant Construction

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At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting‑edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

As the Fiber Splicer II—Outside Plant Construction in Saint George, UT, you will be responsible for the placement of enclosures, splicing, testing, and documentation of outside‑plant fiber optic facilities as part of Outside Plant Construction projects. Perform advanced operation of fiber fusion splicer, OTDR, and optical light testers to ensure adherence to TDS fiber splicing standards, and maintain accurate, timely documentation for project closing.

You will manage fiber splicing for projects while coordinating with TDS OSP construction, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring project timelines are met.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 sign‑on bonus! (Payout terms apply)

As a member of our Construction and Service Enablement team at TDS, you’ll play a critical role in building and maintaining fiber optic networks that connect communities nationwide. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is a leader in fiber internet innovation, delivering up to 10 Gbps speeds to homes and businesses. Join our collaborative environment where your skills in construction, safety, and technology will directly impact the future of connectivity in urban, suburban, and rural areas.

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.

• Receives maps and staking sheets for full construction project and ensures project is spliced, tested, and documented with limited guidance.
  • Communicates updates to the project team as required.
  • Manages daily and weekly project work based on deadlines, material and equipment availability, weather, and other factors. Coordinates with supervisor to ensure continual supply of work and availability of materials.
  • Drafts and submits redlines and splice documentation upon completion of project.
  • Sets splice enclosures and splice cases according to design, splices fiber, tests, and documents all project fiber locations as part of daily activity.
  • Regularly engages Network Services OSP construction teams, OSP construction contractors, internal construction teams, suppliers, and property owners to smoothly coordinate project tasks and avoid disputes.
  • Reads construction plans and determines best approach for completing fiber splicing work.
  • Maintains all project documentation and records costs of project materials and material transfers.
  • Ensures DOT inspections are performed on equipment where required.
  • Works with project managers, OSP construction contractors, and internal construction teams to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
• Performs advanced operation of fiber optic fusion splicer, OTDR, and light level testing equipment to facilitate splicing and light level quality according to TDS standards.
  • Installs fiber enclosures and optical tap cases, splices, troubleshoots, tests, repairs, and documents all fiber as part of OSP construction projects.
  • Identifies the location of defective cable using various test equipment and repairs buried and aerial fiber optic cables.
  • Performs cable fault acceptance tests on newly constructed facilities.
  • Compares all testing documentation and returns as part of project closing requirements.
• Actively trains, mentors, and coaches team members while sharing fiber splicing/testing knowledge and experience.
• Performs quality control inspections and makes training recommendations.
• Ensures safety protocols are enforced.
• Services, cleans, maintains, and repairs equipment.
• Completes all related paperwork in a timely manner.
• Provides assistance to field services technicians as needed.

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