Coax Splicer (3rd Shift)

HNM Systems
HNM Systems is the leading tech-enabled professional services provider, shaping the workforce across the telecom, energy, and technology sectors. We connect specialized talent with direct hire, contract-to-hire, and consulting opportunities that support fiber expansion, digital infrastructure, wireless networks, and smart grid energy solutions. Our innovative approach delivers high-impact outcomes, with a 94% success rate in talent placement and project execution. Relentlessly people-driven, HNM Systems sets the industry standard through exceptional employee experience and long-term client value.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This is an outstanding opportunity to support large-scale broadband infrastructure modernization projects within a rapidly expanding telecommunications market. You'll play a critical role in upgrading and maintaining live HFC networks, supporting complex network evolution initiatives, and helping deliver reliable connectivity to customers. The position offers exposure to advanced network operations, extensive technical problem-solving, and opportunities to work on high-impact infrastructure projects while building specialized expertise in broadband network construction and maintenance.

Overview
Our customer is seeking 3rd Shift Network Evolution Coaxial Cable Splicers to support HFC network upgrades, maintenance, and restoration activities in the Raleigh, North Carolina market.

This role is responsible for performing overnight broadband network upgrades, node segmentation projects, amplifier replacements, hardline modifications, network cutovers, service restoration, RF balancing, and troubleshooting activities while minimizing customer impact during scheduled maintenance windows.

The ideal candidate possesses strong HFC maintenance and coaxial cable splicing experience, understands RF network architecture, and can work independently in live broadband network environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform coaxial cable splicing on feeder and distribution hardline cable.
• Complete amplifier, line extender, node, passive device, and network equipment replacements during scheduled maintenance windows.
• Execute Network Evolution upgrades including node segmentation, plant rearrangements, and network cutovers.
• Prepare, splice, activate, and restore network services within designated outage windows.
• Perform RF balancing and signal optimization following equipment replacement.
• Troubleshoot network impairments including ingress, egress, MER, SNR, tilt, and signal level issues.
• Read and interpret system maps, engineering prints, work packages, and construction documentation.
• Verify service restoration prior to maintenance window closeout.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, construction, engineering, and project teams.
• Document completed work, testing results, and material usage accurately.
• Participate in emergency outage restoration and storm response activities as required.
• Travel extensively to support network upgrade projects in multiple markets.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum three years of HFC maintenance or coaxial cable splicing experience.
• Experience working on live HFC broadband networks.
• Strong understanding of RF signal flow and HFC network architecture.
• Experience replacing and balancing:
• • Amplifiers
  • Line Extenders
  • System Passives
  • Directional Couplers
  • Splitters
  • Nodes
  • Power Supplies
• Ability to read and interpret system maps and engineering prints.
• Ability to splice hardline coaxial cable.
• Strong RF troubleshooting and balancing experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot signal issues and network impairments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Strong safety mindset and field communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Network Evolution projects.
• Previous MSO experience supporting Charter, Comcast, Cox, Altice, Mediacom, or similar providers.
• Experience performing overnight maintenance window cutovers.
• Aerial lineman experience supporting HFC plant operations.
• Bucket truck experience or certification.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Fiber optic splicing or troubleshooting experience.
• Experience replacing amplifiers, line extenders, passives, and supporting node segmentation projects.

Required Technical Skills

• Hardline coaxial cable preparation and splicing
• RF balancing
• Forward and return path troubleshooting
• Sweep verification
• Signal level testing
• Ingress and egress mitigation
• Network outage restoration
• Plant documentation
• Construction print interpretation
• Preventive maintenance
• Emergency restoration procedures

Equipment Experience
Candidates should be proficient using:

• Signal Level Meter (SLM)
• Spectrum Analyzer
• Leakage Detector
• Sweep Equipment
• TDR
• Bucket Truck
• Hardline Coring Tools
• Torque Wrenches
• Compression Tools
• Hand and Power Tools
• Safety Equipment and PPE

Work Environment / Schedule

• Full-Time
• Third Shift (typically 9:00 PM-7:00 AM)
• Sunday-Thursday or project-specific schedules
• Overtime frequently available
• Weekend work as required
• On-call rotation during major outages
• Extensive travel (up to 100%) based on project requirements
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Live HFC broadband network environment

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Climb poles, ladders, and bucket trucks.
• Work in underground vaults, pedestals, and aerial plant environments.
• Perform repetitive bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting activities.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.

Performance Expectations
Employees are expected to:

• Complete all maintenance window work safely and on schedule.
• Restore customer services before the maintenance window closes.
• Maintain exceptional splice quality with minimal repeat work.
• Meet productivity and quality goals established for Network Evolution projects.
• Accurately document all work completed.
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork across field operations.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and customer safety standards.

EEO / Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position. This job description is subject to revision, and it may be updated to reflect changes in the role or organization.

HNM Systems utilizes legally permissible drug and background checks as part of our screening process. Essential requirements of the position include eligibility to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.

It is the policy of HNM Systems, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information and/or marital status. HNM Systems, Inc is compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable and will consider all qualified applications for employment.

It is the policy of HNM Systems, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information and/or marital status. HNM Systems, Inc is compliant with the Fair Chance Ordinance as applicable, and will consider all qualified applications for employment.