Fiber Splicing Manager

Description

Company Overview:

RLM Underground was founded in 2016 and focuses on underground and aerial telecom construction projects across multiple regions in the United States. We have experienced rapid growth, which has enabled us to expand our construction and operating capabilities, transforming into a full-turnkey telecommunications contractor.

Job Summary:

The Fiber Splicing Manager oversees the intricate tasks involved in installing and maintaining fiber optics, which includes performance and fusion splicing as well as testing. They are responsible for ensuring the quality of buried and aerial optic facilities by supervising the final outcome of contractor and/or in-house work, and carrying out activation-related duties.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provides quality construction management surrounding the Company values
• Conducts regular field inspections of buried and aerial fiber splicing layout to ensure work quality control and adherence to technical specifications
• Assists in the development of splicing plans and estimates future use of the fiber plant
• Documents the work process by submitting daily reports of completed work
• Maintains continuing construction and layout guides to ensure work quality control
• Ensures the timely completion of work and the adherence to quality guideline

RLM Underground will provide: 

• Company vehicle/ truck
• Fuel credit card
• Monthly phone stipend
• Company travel per diem
• iPad/tablet computer
• We also offer employee benefits plans including: BCBS medical, Principal dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance with a maximum waiting period of 30 days (usually less). Additionally, we provide a 401K plan with company matching after 60 days of employment, as well as paid paternity and maternity leave after 12 continuous months of employment.

Salary Range: $75K - $85K

Requirements

Qualifications

• Some travel required
• Experience in underground and aerial fiber optic splicing
• Technical training in an industry-related trade certification or education program is preferred
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Working knowledge of health, safety and environmental protection practices and procedures as they apply to related construction processes
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment utilized in splicing fiber
• Ability to operate company vehicles and properly tow/back-up trailers
• Solid understanding of current construction practices and familiarity with construction documents
• Proven ability to guide safe work practices in a high-pressure environment while maintaining project quality, schedule, and budget
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple project stakeholders, interpret stakeholders’ needs, and identify solutions
• Must be capable of handling logistics and crew assignments
• Experience operating and performing work in a bucket truck, man-lift, etc.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including the ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet) and perform work on uneven surfaces
• Ability to work with little supervision while following safety policies and procedures, wearing required personal protective equipment, and adding to a safe and positive team environment is a must
• Prior supervision or management experience is a bonus

RLM Underground is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.