Fiber Optic Splicing Inspector

Why Sonic? Since 1994, Sonic has been committed to building a faster, more affordable internet, and to hiring the nicest people around. We are looking for exceptional employees who want to challenge the industry for the better by putting members first and offering accessible connectivity for everyone. Foster your personal growth, develop your career, and make a difference in an industry where honest business practice has become optional. Every career opening at Sonic is an opportunity to join a dedicated team where each department works closely together with one another. Join a community-minded company that empowers the growth of a better internet — one home, one business, one employee at a time. Pay Range $34-$37 + Regular Overtime Benefits/Perks: Competitive pay and performance-based incentives. Full Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, and more. Paid training. Collaborative team culture in a dynamic working environment. Career advancement opportunities. Extended education opportunities. Company Paid Pregnancy/Bonding Leave Position Summary: The Fiber Optic Splicing Inspector plays a vital role in ensuring quality and timely deliveries of our fiber services along with additional services to customers , while delivering exceptional internal and external customer service. This position will guide contracted splicing teams towards achieving Sonic’s splicing standards. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: The Fiber Optic Splicing Inspector is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt/hourly position. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday 6am-3pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel: Travel is typical for this position. Supervisory Responsibilities: The Fiber Optic Splicing Inspector has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The functions listed below are a portion of what is required for this position. The job functions will change along with location and may expand at any time. Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor on construction projects; perform manual work. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform all work as necessary to conform to quality control guidelines (includes compliance with requirements outlined in applicable regulations such as: OSHA, FCC, NESC and NEC, etc.) Inspect splicing work and ensure it meets Sonic standards. Ability to fusion splice SM or MM fiber optic cable: to include terminate various types of fiber optic connectors Work with engineers and OSP management to perform fusion splicing as directed Installation and testing of pressurized and non-pressurized closures on all types and sizes of cable Installation and dressing of fiber optic cable both aerial and underground. Ability to complete fiber cable repairs. Provide management with detailed reports of field splicing activity Communicate with Project Manager and Splicing Manager on project status to meet organizational goals Ensure as-built fiber documentation is correct. Work with management to assign work to field crews Perform site inspections and coordinate post-construction audits All other duties as assigned by the Splicing Manager Job Requirements: Proficient with fiber equipment, hand tools, fusion splicer, OTDR, fiber identifiers and scope Adhere to Local, Federal regulations and Company policies Adhere to Sonic’s fiber splicing and testing standards, light levels and Fiber Enclosure build and re-entry procedure for dark and active plant. Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder, (approx. 28 ft high and 75 pounds) Ability to climb poles using ladders and climbing belt as needed Ability to drive comp…