Our Fiber Splicer Trainee will learn and assist in the preparation and splicing of fiber optic cables within a telecommunications system. This entry-level role involves gaining knowledge of telecommunications network structures, fiber optic cables, splicing enclosures, and their functionalities. The trainee will be trained to use OTDR and fusion splicing equipment, read fiber matrices, interpret and analyze data, and identify and troubleshoot problems. The position requires a willingness to learn, attention to detail, and the ability to work under the guidance of experienced professionals.

What you'll do as a Fiber Splicer Trainee:

• Install, disconnect, reconnect, add, change, and troubleshoot fiber optic internet, and telephone based on guidelines

• Install, setup and configure all equipment

• Identify and try to remedy sources of customer-perceived issues

• Review all requested services with the customer in order to ensure understanding and agreement

• Educate the customer regarding product and service usage

• Clean, maintain, and stock vehicle and equipment

• Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed

• Perform work in all weather conditions

  What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older

• Authorization to work in the United States for this company

• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience

• Valid State driver's license (cannot be considered Provisional), including an acceptable driving record

• Must be able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card

• Preferred: 6 months of splicing experience or one year of experience in the telecommunications industry

  Additional qualifications

• Certified pole climber or capable of demonstrating proficiency as a pole climber, is preferred

• Knowledge of telecommunications network structure

  Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motion, work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds

• Occasionally: work in confined spaces, use ladder and gaffs for climbing poles, keyboard and mouse

  What you'll get…

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no additional cost

• Medical Plans

• Including:

• Telehealth

• Surgery Plus

• Mental Health Care

• Prescription Plans

• PPO and HD options

• Dental and Vision Plans

• Flexible Spending Accounts and self-contributed HAS

• Education/Tuition Reimbursement

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Provided Life Insurance and AD&D

• 401k Retirement Savings w/ Company Match

• Stock Purchase Plan

• Company Discounts

• Legal Insurance

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Paid Family Leave

• Company vehicle and gas card ( Depending on job function)

  Who we are…

  We are a company united in our vision of connecting America. Our culture is grounded in and shaped by our values. These values act as our behavioral compass and guide how we interact with each other, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. Across our teams, we strive to treat each other with respect, value different perspectives and experiences, keep our and others' safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards. Our company supplies the single most critical resource telecom service providers need: skilled people.

  We serve the nation in 46 states and are unparalleled in scope and scale. Our talented workforce of over 2,000 employees provides a wide array of specialty services including construction, engineering, underground facility locating, fulfillment, and program management.

  We provide opportunities for our people to learn and develop the skills and knowledge to be successful in their current role as well as to prepare them for future growth within the company. Join us!

  EEO:Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

  The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. ( https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm )

  The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

  Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.