POSITION SUMMARY
Glass Roots Construction (GRC) was founded in 2022 by a team of career telecom and construction professionals and is in need of a Fiber Splicer to help us flourish. GRC looks to leverage the latest technologies and utilize the best-in-industry equipment, construction, and safety practices to build a first-class nationwide fiber optic utility construction firm. This position will report to the Director of Operations. The successful candidate must be adept in data management, logistics, and operations, be excited about opportunities to learn and grow in their career and be able to execute various projects at a time. This position represents an opportunity to join an excellent team on the ground floor with growth opportunities.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key responsibilities include:
- Working with clients to plan installations, installing aerial and underground cabling, and pulling it through conduits.
- Follow blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure correct installation.
- Provide detailed production forecast and updates to GRC/Vero project management team
- Maintain accurate production statuses and statistics in Vero’s proprietary project management platform
- Troubleshooting problems on existing network lines and providing 24/7 emergency response support.
- Maintain all equipment in good working condition and report any malfunctions.
- Maintain and calibrate splicing equipment and tools
- Documenting installations and test results
- Oversee health & safety programs, ensuring compliance with state/local/DOT/OSHA reqs.
- Preventive and emergency maintenance of Vero’s network assets in the all GRC markets , including utility locates, route drives, damage prevention and repairs
- Helping customers set up new service, consulting with construction crews, and repairing or replacing faulty equipment
- Use testing equipment to check the integrity and performance of fiber optic cable
- Diagnose and fix issues related to signal loss or cable damage.
- Travel 50%
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A valid driver's license is required for all positions.
- Vocational training or an associate degree in telecommunication, electronics, or a related field is often preferred.
- Previous experience in fiber splicing, telecommunications, or related field is highly desirable
- Thorough understanding of OSP construction techniques & standards
- Hands-on experience with splicing equipment and testing tools.
- Ability to work constructively with permitting agencies, DOT/OSHA inspectors and other stakeholders
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
- Strong process and documentation orientation, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Proficiency in Google Suite (Sheets, etc.), Google Maps, Google Earth and project management tools.
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(K)
$20-$30 Hourly
Glass Roots Construction, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.