FIBER SPLICERS WANTED!!!

HNM Systems provides direct hire, contract to hire, and professional placement to the Telecommunications, Utilities, and IT sectors. HNM also offers turn-key engineering services for the design of outside and inside plant, power utility, and Wi-Fi systems. The telecommunications, utilities, and IT industries are essential to buildout affordable broadband networks and strengthen cybersecurity for decades to come.

Our customer provides telecom construction services and we are looking for a Fiber Splicer to join our team. Fiber Splicers perform tasks associated with aerial and underground construction, splicing of fiber optic cable and communication systems for cable television. Primary responsibilities include ability to splice/test/repair cables/wires, read, create, and maintain splicing diagrams, maintain activities surrounding the assigned work site(s), and take splicing field notes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret prints, work orders, specifications, engineering drawings and/or cut sheets to determine work to be done in sequence of tasks
• Repair or splice in new line as needed to complete the testing and certification of the project.
• Install all passive and active devices, enclosures, and term panels.
• Test fiber optic lines for balanced signal between points-continuity.
• Pull fiber optic through existing duct package, pull cable through conduit either manually, blowing, or mechanically, and splice and activate underground and aerial lines.
• Optimize new Nodes and splice in node splits to reduce capacity.
• Utilize light meters, OTDRs and power meters accurately.
• Learn how to safely utilize bucket trucks or climb utility poles to place cables on poles per system design.
• Close a project by completing production sheets, verifying proper levels after activation, and adjusting and troubleshooting, as necessary.
• Ensure that all work considers the safety of the customer, public and compliance with all governmental orders.
• Take splicing field notes and maintain activities surrounding the assigned work site(s).
• Familiarization with Fujikura splicing tools and materials is a plus.
• Perform testing utilizing OTDRs, Power Meter/Light Sources, and VFLs. Record and document testing per customer specifications.
• Bond and ground fibers according to client specifications.
• Maybe required to perform additional duties and tasks as required by the Company.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 1 + years of experience as a fiber splicer in the telecom, utility, construction, and/or engineering industry
• Experience working from blueprints, specifications, and system documentation
• Thorough working knowledge of the widely used construction practices for fiber cable
• A positive can-do attitude and openness to trying things new ways
• Possess company values
• Able to work both individually and in a team environment and communicate professionally
• Capability to carry a 24-foot ladder and wear fall protection when needed.
• Must be able to use hand tools such as screw drivers, pliers, drills, and wrenches.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Work 5 days per week in an all-weather environment and be willing to travel up to 35% of the time as required
• All applicants must follow safety guidelines and wear personal protective
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check and have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Benefits: Full Benefit package available for review.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position. This job description is subject to revision, and it may be updated to reflect changes in the role or organization.

HNM Systems utilizes legally permissible drug and background checks as part of our screening process. Essential requirements of the position include eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.

It is the policy of HNM Systems, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information and/or marital status. HNM Systems, Inc is compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.