WI Based travel fiber splicing role

Job Description

Job Description

Reports To: Kelly Lang
Travel Potential: 50–75%
Compensation: Based on skills, experience, and internal equity

Company Profile:

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

Build a Career. Build What Matters.

Job Summary:

As the Fiber Splicer, you will ultimately be responsible for splicing and testing fiber optic networks, installing and maintaining aerial and underground fiber infrastructure, and supporting telecommunications construction projects. You will execute fiber splicing activities, troubleshoot network issues, and deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality installations. As the Fiber Splicer, your customers are broadband providers, telecommunications clients, project managers, and internal construction teams, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through technical expertise, quality workmanship, and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• Read and interpret work orders, engineering drawings, specifications, and cut sheets to determine work sequence
• Repair and splice fiber optic cable to complete testing and project certification
• Install passive and active devices, enclosures, and terminal panels
• Test fiber optic systems for continuity and balanced signal levels
• Pull fiber optic cable through existing duct packages and conduit using manual, mechanical, or blowing methods
• Splice, activate, and maintain underground and aerial fiber optic communication systems
• Optimize network nodes and complete node splits to improve system capacity
• Utilize OTDRs, light meters, and other testing equipment to verify signal quality and troubleshoot issues
• Safely operate bucket trucks or climb utility poles to install and maintain aerial cable systems
• Complete production documentation, verify signal levels after activation, and perform troubleshooting as required
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company policies and applicable governmental regulations
• Travel throughout Wisconsin and surrounding areas as business needs require
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs

Required Qualifications:

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Experience

• 5+ years of fiber optic splicing experience
• Experience with aerial and underground fiber optic construction
• Experience utilizing OTDRs, light meters, and fiber testing equipment

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of fiber optic splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and activation
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and technical specifications
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, can-do attitude with willingness to learn new processes and technologies
• Demonstrates Congruex GRIT values of Guts, Reliability, Innovation, and Teamwork
• Ability to lift and/or pull up to 80 pounds throughout the workday
• Ability to safely use hand tools including screwdrivers, pliers, drills, and wrenches

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating bucket trucks and aerial work platforms
• Experience supporting cable television or broadband communication systems
• Experience working in telecommunications construction

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to climb utility poles and safely operate bucket trucks and aerial lifts
• Ability to travel extensively throughout Wisconsin and surrounding areas

Congruex Culture & Benefits:

Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information:

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.