Fiber Splicer Job at Gudenkauf, a Congruex company, Wheeling, IL

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  • Gudenkauf, a Congruex company
  • Wheeling, IL

Job Description

Who is Congruex:  

Congruex was formed in 2016 to take advantage of historic demand for digital connectivity.  

Our founders are deeply rooted in the industry and have collectively built some of the country’s largest communications infrastructure.  

We design and build  digital infrastructure across the nation by providing  engineering, construction, and specialty solutions with integrated delivery or  as  an a la carte service . The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.  

Our vision is to be the best provider of  digital infrastructure solutions  in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do. Will you join us? 

Why Work  at Congruex:  

No matter what role you play, you are an important part of  our team . We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits including, but not limited to :  

  • Medical, Dental & Vision  b enefits on day 1 

  • 401(k)  p rogram  with company match  and immediate vesting on day 1 

  • Flexible PTO for all exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for all non-exempt roles  

  • 10 company paid holidays  

  • Company  Paid Maternity & Parental Leave Options  

  • Company  Paid Basic Life Insurance (employee paid v oluntary  o ptions ) 

  • Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, caregiver support, and more!  

  • Marketplace discounts and 24/7 access to online learning & development  

Job Summary:

The Fiber Splicing Technician splices, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs fiber optic cables.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· End-of-Line Network Testing: Testing light levels at the end of fiber networks for balanced signal between points is crucial to ensure proper signal transmission and network performance.

· Cable Prep: Ensure that cables are properly labeled and organized to minimize errors during installation.

· Build Fiber Cases and Enclosures: Constructing fiber cases and enclosures involves creating protective housings for fiber optic equipment and connections.

· Splice Color for Color Fibers: When splicing fiber optic cables together, technicians match the colors of the fibers to ensure that the correct fibers are connected.

· Cable Management: Organize the cables neatly within the enclosure, ensuring that they are properly routed and secured to prevent tangling or damage.

· Sealing and Placement of Case: Ensuring that the enclosure is properly closed and secured to protect the equipment and cables inside from environmental elements.

· Read Prints and Maps: Examine Splice Matrix and redline maps to understand fiber routes and assignments.

· Splice off color and multiple cables in one enclosure.

· Jumping Trays: Routing fibers from one tray to another, possibly to optimize cable management, minimize signal loss, or create efficient pathways within the enclosure.

· Splice Tie Point and Jumper Cases: Splicing fibers at a tie point involves connecting fibers from different cables.

· Connect Jumper cables between jumper cases.

· Rehab gel-filles cases: The process of refurbishing or rehabilitating gel-filled enclosures used in fiber optic networks.

· Redlining and Documentation: Marking up or annotating existing drawings or documents with changes, updates, or corrections.

· Case swaps and audits: Replacing one equipment case or enclosure with another.

· Troubleshooting: Identifying, diagnosing, and resolving issues that can affect the performance and reliability of the network.

· May pull cable through existing duct package, pull cable through conduit either manually, blowing, or mechanically, and splice and activate underground and aerial lines.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Ability to do physical labor, climb ladders and poles, work in confined spaces, etc.

· Ability to read blueprints for job specifications in placement of cables, location of utilities, etc.

· Must be able to distinguish between different colors for connection of fibers.

· Must be a self-starter and internally motivated to achieve corporate, department, and personal objectives.

· Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills (oral and written) and be a team player.

· Must possess excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.

· Ability to use basic math skills to compute measurements, figure ohms, timecards, etc.

· Ability to listen and to follow directions.

· Must be organized, multi-tasked oriented, and maintain a neat and safe work environment.

· Ability to work in high places on ladders and poles.

· Ability to work in confined spaces.

· Ability to distinguish different fiber connections.

Education and Experience:

· High School Diploma or GED

 

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able and willing to work outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions

· Must be able to maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement

· Must be able to work around heavy equipment and machinery

· Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time

· Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

· Routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting

· Must be able to stand, walk, sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time

· Must be able to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, hardhat, and any applicable safety gear

Minimum Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations:

· OSHA 10

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. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Immediate start, Flexible hours

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