Cable Splicer
Who We Are:
J. Carlson Services, Inc. was founded in 1999 by Jeffrey A. Carlson, a veteran of the telephone industry with more than 30 years of experience. The company was started at the request of several telephone companies. The company (JCSinc) began with only 2 employees and has now grown to 90 full-time team members.
With offices in Shevlin, Minnesota, Urbandale, Iowa and Salina, Kansas the company continues to expand throughout the Midwest. We have also opened our own auto repair business, JCS Shop in Shevlin, Minnesota. They maintain our fleet as well as services public work.
With the advent of FTTH (Fiber to The Home), JCSinc has chosen to dedicate itself to FTTH projects and specialize in all the services necessary to provide a complete turnkey solution for FTTH projects.
Overview:
The Cable Splicer is responsible for installing, cutting, and splicing cables to support reliable telecommunications and power systems. This role requires attention to detail to ensure strong, secure connections that meet industry standards. Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments through residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Cable Splicers play a key role in keeping networks and power systems running safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities:
- Splicetogetherandinstallvarioustypesofcables,includingfiberoptic,coaxial,andcoppercables,to establish or repair telecommunications networks.
- Testandtroubleshootconnectionsusingspecializedequipmenttoensuretheintegrityandfunctionalityof the network.
- Interpretandfollowcomplexschematics,blueprints,andmanualstoaccuratelysplicecablesaccordingto specifications.
- Preparecablesandsplicepointsbycutting,stripping,andmanagingcableendstoensureacleanand effective splice.
- Sealsplicedsectionstoprotectagainstenvironmentaldamageandensurelong-termreliabilityofthe connection.
- Coordinatewithotherutilityworkerstoaccess,route,andrestoreareasaffectedbycableinstallationor maintenance.
- Documentallworkperformed,includingdetailsofthesplice,location,andanyissuesencounteredor resolved during the process.
Qualifications:
- ValidDriver’sLicenseandgooddrivingrecord,meetingcompanystandards.
- Abilitytotravelupto75%ofthetime
- Abilitytoworkoutdoors inall environments
- PerformingGeneral Physical Activities -Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your armsandlegsandmovingyourwholebody,suchasclimbing,lifting,balancing, bending,walking,stooping, handling materials and lift #50lbs. Ability to work in confined spaces. (attics and crawl spaces)
- CommunicatewithSupervisorsandpeerswithintheorganization.Communicatewithothersoutsideofthe organization, including contractors, the public, and project managers in a professional manner.
- Frequentuseofhandsandfingerstohandle,manipulate,andoperatetoolsandequipment.Thisincludes tasks such as cutting, splicing, and connecting cables, requiring precision and fine motor skills.
Perks of Working at JCS:
- Competitive compensation
- Per diem for overnight travel (when applicable)
- Overtime opportunities
- Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Dental insurance coverage
- Life insurance coverage
- ESST-compliant benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Employee referral program
Employment with JCS,Inc is contingent upon successful completion of ourdrug screen process.