Mears Group, A Quanta Services Company

At Mears Group, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing the best value services to our customers in the natural gas and electric industries. We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources. As an industry leader over the last 65 years, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality, and our people.

Fiber Splicer: Perform fiber optic splicing, testing, analysis and general on new and active fiber optic networks. Engage in network planning and fiber splicing scheduling and closeout activities. Assist with additional fiber network construction activities prior to splicing and closeout activities commence.

What is Required?

• Knowledge of fiber splicing
• Pass Pre-Employment drug screen and background check
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods with repeated lifting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching
• High school Diploma or equivalent

What Do You Offer Us?

• Read and interpret work orders, specifications, engineering drawings and / or cut sheets to determine work to be done in sequence of task
• Perform loose tube and ribbon splicing in accordance with industry standards (TIA/RUS) and customer specifications
• Conduct splice testing using power meters, OTDRs and other industry standard equipment
• Knowledge and ability to construct industry standard splice enclosures including grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage and proper sealing
• Comfortable entering, maintaining and exiting splice enclosures safely
• Comfortable entering manholes and aerial locations to retrieve splice enclosures where required
• Comfortable splicing in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Ensure all splicing work meets customer specifications
• Close out work orders by completing production sheets, verifying installed dimensions and completing close-out checklists and other customer required document deliverables
• Ensure that all work performed considers the safety of all relevant parties, and
• Perform physical construction work such as digging holes, climbing telephone poles, placing and removing poles and anchors, pulling and stringing wire/cable from pole to pole, laying cable and conduit in the ground where required

What is Required?

• Knowledge of fiber splicing
• Pass Pre-Employment drug screen and background check
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods with repeated lifting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching
• High school Diploma or equivalent

What We Offer You:

• Paid on-the-job technical and professional training
• Defined career path for future growth
• Weekly Payroll
• Industry-leading benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paid time off (PTO) and 401(k)
• $22 - $35 per hour based on experience

Working Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration, rough terrain and inclement weather. The employee is subject to extreme cold and warm temperatures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Will lifting, pushing, pulling or carries heavy objects; using abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; stoop; reach; climb; bend; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.