Job Details

Job Title: Broadband/HFC Coax Splicer Organization Name: Fiber Network Services Website: Job Location: Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas About Our Organization: Fiber Network Services is a communications contractor offering a full range of fiber optic cable network services. With Master Construction Agreements with Cox Communications, Comcast Cable, Crown Castle, Segra, Suddenlink, Windstream, RCN and others in the State of Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida, Tennessee, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and in Washington D.C., we are a trusted resource for cabling and maintaining high-speed internet connectivity via fiber optic and Coaxial systems. Typical Job duties:

• Splice, balance, activate and troubleshoot forward and reverse signal paths for new coax construction and BAU projects. Typical Coax sizes are .625 and .875.
• Capable of completing node splits, mid splits, training coax splicers and installing specs and amps
• Familiar with hardline coax splicing, signal flow, theory, and reading blueprints
• Capable of optimizing nodes and familiar with harmonic nodes
• Track and report daily work via digital methods, Email, Excel, etc.
• Hours/Week: 40-50

Qualifications:

• Will require knowledge and proper safe usage of Aerial lift Bucket Trucks as well as the ability to use ladders. The ability to climb/hook is optional.
• Will require the ability to safely work within Public Right-of-way, including proper use and knowledge of applicable PPE.
• Perfect candidate will have their own hand tools including Coring tools. Tools may be supplied depending on experience level.
• Ability to work regularly outdoors in different weather types.
• Ability to use a TDR
• Ability to effectively communicate with others and work within a team environment
• Ability to be at work every day at 7am
• Ability to occasionally be On-Call for after-hours emergency work
• Ability to use Email and MS Excel for basic project tracking
• Possession of a valid Drivers license
• Ability to pass a drug screening
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to speak fluent English,
• Ability to read and understand technical instruction
• High School or G.E.D
• Years of Experience: min 3 preferred.

At Fiber Network Services, we value our employees and offer competitive benefits, including 401k, dental and vision insurance, health insurance, holidays, sick leave, and vacation. We also provide on-the-job training for select candidates. Veterans are always at the front of the line for consideration. If you are willing to travel, other opportunities in other areas are available. This is an in-house job. If you are an experienced contractor, please apply with a resume or summary of your experience. We'd love to talk to you.