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SLG Services, Inc.
Fiber Splicer
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What they do
A Photonics Technician is responsible for assembling, dismantling, installing, calibrating, testing, operating and repairing lasers. They also may perform alignment procedures, clean optics, integrate lasers with opto-mechanics parts, work on laser documentation and troubleshoot.
$74,906 / year median in New Jersey
+9% projected growth
Job Description
About The Company SLG Services, Inc. performs turnkey outside-plant (OSP) telecom construction — aerial and underground placement, fiber and coax splicing, testing and restoration — as a single self-performing partner to leading communications providers. The Role Production-rate fiber splicer responsible for producing end-to-end fiber optic networks — splicing, testing and troubleshooting continuity to deliver clean light levels. Responsibilities
- Splice and produce end-to-end fiber optic networks at production rates.
- Test and troubleshoot fiber continuity; resolve common fiber network issues.
- Prep fiber splice enclosures (Tyco, CommScope, Corning, etc.).
- Operate fusion splicer and test equipment: OTDR (1310/1550), DWDM/CWDM, OLTS, power meter.
- Read design documentation; understand light levels and dB loss; maintain splicing records. Qualifications
- 3+ yrs fiber splicing & troubleshooting experience.
- Knowledge of fiber design and documentation.
- Valid driver's license; able to work aerial/underground & varied shifts. Company Values
- Safety first — safety and wellness of employees, families and communities drive every decision.
- Privately held and family-oriented; invests in on-the-job training and internal growth.
- Proud partner of the DoW SkillBridge program for transitioning service members.
- Accountability, teamwork and ownership — professionals who take ownership of their work and drive results. Benefits Danella offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k), paid time off, and on-the-job training and advancement opportunities. Workplace Policy Notes and Equal Opportunity Statement
- SLG Services maintains a workplace completely free of drugs and alcohol; employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
- Company vehicles are fitted with GPS tracking and front/rear cameras.
- Valid driver's license (and CDL where noted) required for field roles.