Foreman Splicer
Foreman Splicer
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Job Description
AFL manufactures industryleading fiber optic cable connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today we manufacture thousands of products generate an excess of $1B in revenue and employ more than 5800 associates worldwide. At AFL we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
Job Summary
The Foreman/Splicer is responsible for splicing operations at the crew level. The Splicing Foreman is an expert in each type of work performed and makes decisions based on experience and the input of his Splicing Manager and the members of his crew. The Splicing Foreman reports directly to the Splicing Manager on project status issues with employees and equipment and any other field level operation issues.
Responsibilities
- Lead a crew of 34 splicers in an efficient and effective manner with little or no oversight from the Splicing Manager.
- Including all types of splicing and testing operations on both Dark and Hot fiber.
- Be Proficient at performing all types of Fiber Optic Splicing.
- Single Strand Core Alignment Fusion Splicing.
- Mass Fusion Splicing.
- Be Proficient at performing all types of Fiber Optic testing.
- OTDR testing
- Power Meter testing
- Including troubleshooting of damage or poorly spliced cable
- Be proficient at compiling organizing and packaging all test data for delivery to the customer.
Personal Qualities
- Results focused Ability to organize and manage multiple and at time competing priorities
- Relationship building skills ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role model leadership to AFL workforce
- Flexible open to change & new information and rapidly adapts to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles
- Detail oriented excellent attention to detail with the ability to follow through on assigned tasks
- Independent ability to work well under limited supervision
- Analytical Thinking Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound decision
- Interpersonal skills able to collaborate on projects maintain effective relationships and communicate clearly at all levels of the business
- Adaptability capable of working in a fastpaced environment adapt to various situations and prioritize multiple work assignments simultaneously
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience of OSP Splicing.
- Able to obtain a Commercial Drivers License permit within 60 days of employment.
- Ability to pass preemployment screening
- Valid Drivers License with a clean driving record is required.
- Ability to work from heights such as ladders bucket trucks man lifts scissor lifts & roof tops utilizing proper fall protection.
- Ability to walk stand bend lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to see in color and use color code for fiber wiring.
- Ability to use small hand tools.
- Ability to use power tools.
- Finger & wrist dexterity & hand/eye coordination.
Working Conditions
- Travel to various project locations within North America
- Works around high voltage or energized lines
- General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm however the ability to provide support during and outside regular business hours is required on occasion.
- Work up to 6 days per week
- Job is usually performed in indoor/outdoor environments under multiple environmental conditions.
- Must be able to work in the United States of America
Employment Type
Full-Time
