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Location:  In-Field: Merced, CA Location Status:   Work will be primarily performed at a designated field worksite location based out of a central Race Communications worksite. Frequent travel to and work from other Race offices or other off-site locations will be required. 100% Company-Paid Medical and Dental Benefits Free Fiber Internet Service Shift: 4 days @ 10 Hours Comp: $23 - $25 USD per hour Who We Are: We're more than a fiber internet provider, we're your neighbors, committed to connecting California communities since 1994. At Race, relationships matter as much as speed. We combine cutting-edge technology with a genuine, people-first approach that makes every interaction feel personal. Our team operates like family: collaborative, supportive, and dedicated to making a real difference. When you join Race, you're not just accepting a job, you're becoming part of a team that values integrity, celebrates wins together and believes that meaningful work happens when great people connect with great purpose. Position Impact: The Splice Technician 1 performs cable installation, construction, and repair across indoor and outdoor settings. Responsibilities include terminating fiber optic cables to expand or replace telecommunications networks while adhering to set standards, excelling in pinpointing and rectifying cable faults to uphold network integrity without causing signal disruptions. This role involves troubleshooting and maintenance to resolve signal issues. Proficient in driving a pick-up and trailer combination with safe maneuvering and backing skills, are adept at using bucket trucks, accessing manholes, hand holes, and employing ladders for diverse installation and construction tasks. With a proven history of efficiently managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines, this position entails frequent travel to various project locations. Requirements Qualifications and Experience: Eligibility for US Employment without sponsorship Minimum of 18 years of age  High School Graduate or GED is required A valid California driver's license, subject to successful verification through a DMV check, is mandatory  Familiarity with splicing fiber optic cablesincluding proficiency in joining optical fibers to ensure reliable signal transmission Ability to travel to multiple work sites, work overtime, weekends, holidays, or off hours Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English as the primary language used in the workplace Experience in the telecom industry a plus Proficiency in Spanish Language desirable Skills: Proficient use of MS Office applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; teleconferencing applications Functional use of common office equipment, computers, and office software Ability to distinguish colors and audible tones Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   Fiber Optic Cable Splicing and Installation: Conducts maintenance and repair work on fiber optic lines, including examination, testing for damage, troubleshooting faults, and splicing new lines to replace damaged cables Reads and interprets fiber splicing diagrams, prints, specifications, work scopes, and fiber optic color code charts Performs outside plant fiber optic cable splicing, including ribbon fiber and loose tube fiber, installation of splice closures, unidirectional and bidirectional fiber testing, and termination of fiber optic cables Constructs proper splice cases, ensuring slack storage and securing Executes ring cuts, Installs and mounts FTPs (fiber termination points) and splicing cabinets Installs and connects wires and cables to designated terminals, ensuring proper connectivity within the network Attaches or detaches hardware components to diverse structures as required for network installation and maintenance   Equipment Operations and Site Maintenance: Operates mechanized equipment such as a bucket truck, excavators, and