Fiber Tech Splicer

Are you our next Fiber Tech Splicer?

Do you enjoy blending the best of your physical and mental strength when completing hands-on tasks? Are you comfortable and confident when youre working in a variety of environments and conditions? Is attention to detail a strong suit? Would you like the tasks that you accomplish to directly benefit local families, farms, businesses and communities?

If you can picture yourself in this role alongside an amazing team of hard-working, adaptable colleagues, you may be the next Fiber Tech Splicer for Tipmont and Wintek Business Solutions.

As the Fiber Tech Splicer, you will install, maintain, test, troubleshoot and (as necessary) restore all fiber-optic services related to residential and business internet for Tipmont, an electricity and fiber broadband cooperative serving eight counties in north central Indiana, as well as its business division, Wintek Business  conjunction with the work of Tipmonts Outside Plant team, you will install, repair, splice and test fiber cables in numerous locations including underground, overhead and indoors.

As required, youll collaborate with clients to plan installations, document testing results, address areas where fiber plant maintenance is required, and create graphical worksheets for contractors usage.

With excellent attention to detail and organization, youll play an integral role in shaping regular network access for numerous area homes, schools, farms and businesses.

Duties that intrigue you include:

Installing, repairing, splicing and testing fiber cable in a variety of working environments

Terminating cable using a variety of connectors

Testing cable with optical time-domain reflectometers (OTDRs), power meter / light sources, and visual fault locators (VFLs)
Recording and documenting results of testing (e.g., preparing engineering field notes)
Collaborating with the Outside Plant team to implement fiber backbones and laterals

Consulting with management to address areas where plant maintenance is needed

Operating an aerial lift and bucket truck

Creating graphical worksheets for contractors using staking sheets and other programs

Working with clients to assist in planning fiber installations as required

Performing duties and using company vehicles / equipment with safety and professionalism

Furthering industry knowledge through ongoing, regular training and development

Upholding quality workmanship that surpasses industry standards

Youll join a company where all employees live by corporate values of innovation, public-service heart, passion, respect and making an impact. We do more than just speak to those values. We live them out every day and so will you!

We offer an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental and life insurance; 401(k) matching and a pension retirement plan; education reimbursement; and many opportunities for professional growth and mentoring.

Required Skills High school diploma or equivalent

Drivers license

Basic computer skills

Physical ability to:

Work in adverse weather conditions

Work from a kneeling or standing position for long periods

Climb ladders with proper equipment up to 25 feet Includes a safety belt, safety strap, hard hat and other equipment as needed

Lift and carry loads up to 90 pounds, including a ladder

Work with basic hand tools and other specialized equipment with training

Availability to:

Work overtime when deemed necessary, including holidays and weekends

Travel for training or as needed

Participate in on-call rotation

Strong skills in communication, organization & problem-solving, and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team Tipmont is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you have a question about the position, please email . Phone calls will not be accepted.

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