Airband are now recruiting a Fibre Splicer - be part of our mission to Bring Better Broadband to Rural Communities!
Permanent Position covering South West/Devon - £31,000 to £33,000 depending on experience + discretionary annual bonus + vehicle + great benefits.
What we need from you?
We are looking for an experienced Fibre Splicer to support the implementation of our projects, mainly using the Openreach OH/UG infrastructure under PIA, as well as to maintain new and existing networks in the South West/Devon.
Applicants must have splicing experience and a good understanding of Fibre network build. Experienced in building/splicing splice closures and splicing in CBTs/DPs. Fault finding and resolving fibre breaks and issues. You will be part of a dedicated Team delivering high standards of connectivity through a mixture of technologies to our rural communities then this is the job for you!
Mandatory Certs -
Static & Mobile Boom 1B & 3B
Working at Height or SA051C Tetra
Emergency First Aid
Asbestos Awareness & Manual Handling
Street Works Unit 02 SLG
SA001 Overhead Safety
SA002 Underground Safety
S7 Sub Duct & Cable Installation
S8 Overhead Cable Installation
S9 Pole Step Adjustment
NOPS Card
Your Experience?
Knowledge of or currently be working to PIA standards
In-depth understanding and experience of IT networking (TCP/IP, LAN, WAN, Switches, Routers, PoE, Fibre optic networks, Client/server)
Experience and certifications in the installation and maintenance of fibre optic networks, Fusion Splicing, OTDR testing, particularly PIA qualifications.
Lots of motivation when lone working but also be a great team player
Ability to analyse and solve problems whilst under pressure
Comfortable working at heights
Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative
A genuine interest in the IT sector with the ability to suggest and implement new technologies as they emerge
Able to manage your own workload and hit the ground running
Ability to motivate and meet tight deadlines, always ensuring work is completed to a high standard whilst health and safety standards are met.
If you meet the criteria above we would love to hear from you.
What will the role involve?
Fusion splicing
OTDR use
Installation of Customer Termination Point
Be able to build & deliver successful first-time fibre infrastructure to current PIA standards
Testing & commissioning of Fibre Network Infrastructures
Troubleshooting individual and wider network issues
Liaising with both colleagues and customers; keeping in regular contact with office staff
Being punctual and conducting all work to high standards of neatness
OOH on call work may be required on a rota basis
Ensure the appropriate H&S is adhered to
Correct use of safety equipment and procedures
What can Airband Offer you?
Competitive Basic Salary dependant on professional experience.
Discretionary Annual Bonus.
Use of a works Vehicle
25 days of paid leave a year rising to 30 plus bank holidays with service.
5% Airband pension plus a minimum 3% employee contribution.
Customer referral bonus - a thank you for every customer you send our way.
We offer hybrid working – a mix of working from home and in the office.
Free Broadband - If you are in our coverage, you can benefit from free broadband with us!
20% off your monthly line rental on EE’s phone, tablet, SIM only or mobile broadband plans.
Car financing scheme, Cycle to work, Tech scheme, Healthcare and medical insurance. Dental care, and Health cash fund (dependent on the length of service)
Airshare (employee discount platform) - discounts on everyday shopping, weekly groceries, holidays, the list is endless - save up to £1,000 a year!
Refer a friend reward scheme – a selection of great rewards to choose from!
Pre-employment checks
Please note that you are required to have the right to work in the UK and we request satisfactory references as part of our recruitment process. A DBS check may be required for a number of our roles, particularly those that are customer-facing. Also, a driving licence may be required for positions that require you to be out in the field as part of the role.
Recruitment agency support is not required at this time.
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