Fiber Splicer

Tilson is on a mission to build America's information infrastructure and we are seeking individuals from across the country to join us.
Recognized on the Inc.
5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.
S.
for 13 years in a row, Tilson is a high growth team of driven professionals with a national practice.
We build high-performing teams who take on the largest and most impactful projects for our clients.
*Position Details* Our Fiber Splicing crews work in support of our underground construction fiber-to-the-home crews to place cable in conduit and fusion splice fiber optic distribution cables into fiber enclosures.
Tilson is seeking applicants who have skills in fiber splicing and also performing fiber splicing production work in an OSP deployment.
*Responsibilities:* * Splice fiber optic cables including both loose tube and ribbon cables, including high count ribbon fiber of 864 count or higher, and construct proper splice cases and fiber termination panels * Troubleshoot and perform maintenance to resolve signal problems * Operate technical equipment, including but not limited to computer, OTDR, power meters, fusion splicing equipment, and understand the functions * Lift and manipulate splice enclosures and other plant and equipment * Installation and dressing of fiber optic cabling * Reading and interpreting work prints and splice diagrams * Reading and interpreting existing fiber records, on maps or in the field * Must have the ability to read splice and test results and provide timely reports to office team * Must exhibit and uphold Tilson's safety values and ensure worksite safety *Qualifications: * * High School Diploma or equivalent preferred * Intermediate level position with 3-5 years experience * Demonstrated experience with fiber optic cable splicing, testing and repair * Proficiency with tools including cable strippers, crimpers, and test equipment * Ability to complete testing and report results timely * Strong work ethic and desire to be a leader * Must have good communication skills and a positive attitude * The ability to manage and direct construction crew * Valid US Driver's License with no major violations in the past 3yrs * Able to work in a fast-paced environment * The ability to work safely, with or without supervision * Demonstrated experience with both loose tube and ribbon splicing as well as high count fibers * OSHA 10 *Physical Demands and Work Environment* This job operates in a field environment.
This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting.
Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
This position is physically active, with lifting required.
Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and fumes or airborne particles.
The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
*Must be at least 21 years of age to meet Tilson’s driving eligibility requirements.
* We accomplish our mission with a team of experts working collaboratively on meaningful, impactful projects for our clients.
Our team environment fosters intellectual curiosity, motivates employees, and cultivates talented people who work with purpose, mastery and autonomy.
We strive to listen to our clients, partner with them as a team, and accept their goals as our own.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $25.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Vision insurance Payment frequency: * Paid weekly Physical setting: * Construction site * Outdoor work Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Osseo, WI: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person