Job Description

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 - xc2xa331,000 to xc2xa333,000 depending on experience + discretionary annual bonus + use of a vehicle + great benefits.Welcome to AirbandWe provide internet services to our customers in rural areas through Fibre and Wireless connections. Having high speed broadband enables people living in rural communities to work from home, study and develop their education and interact socially online. It means you can communicate with friends and loved ones around the globe, you can achieve download speeds for gaming and much more. Broadband breaks down barriers and brings people closer together and it supports the heart of communities. Nearly all of us need it for Smart Phones and TV Channels and broadband is like another utility most of us can't live without.What will the role involve?Our Fibre Splicers typically have a flexible working approach, thrive on solving problems under time pressure, are comfortable working at heights, have networking skills, and high levels of commitment and customer focus to deliver solutions that work.The role includes 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 colleagues, 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 and the correct use of safety equipment and procedures!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!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.Ideally you will have all the mandatory certs to be compliant in the role, but we will support you to gain the certs if you have any gaps!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

What Airband can 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 xc2xa31,000 a year!

• Refer a friend reward scheme - a selection of great rewards to choose from!

Pre-employment checksPlease 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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