Cable Splicer

About the role

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.

Starting Salary Range: $60.64 - $60.64

General Summary of Duties

• Responsible for splicing high voltage and secondary network systems (power cables used in underground distribution) and street lighting.
• Fully capable of installing, splicing and terminating high voltage at 13.2kV and below.
• Locating and repairing cable faults of all kinds.
• Performs all other underground work involving construction, maintenance, repair and routine inspection.

Essential Functions

• Operates all tools and equipment pertaining to underground distribution.
• Identifies and handles all materials and components associated with underground residential distribution (URD).
• Identifies and handles all materials and components associated with lead cable work.
• Reads and interprets various underground-related prints and drawings.
• Splices lead cable, 350 and 500 MCM, including straight lead splices, wye lead splices, up to quad lead splices.
• Communicates with employees, other departments and Line Department personnel to ensure proper understanding of job procedures and daily activities.
• Communicates with customers to promote a positive awareness of BWL responsibility.
• Required to follow BWL Safety Manual and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Attends training for safety awareness or skills improvement as assigned by supervisor, BWL or governmental agency such as MIOSHA.

Job Specifications: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Journey worker certification as Cable Splicer and experience working in high voltage and secondary network systems.
• Must be respirator certified to work in confined spaces.
• Must work with asbestos and lead.
• Must have an annual physical and be monitored for blood lead levels.

Commercial Driver's License (Cdl)

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Upon hire they must provide proof of successful completion of the State of Michigan written portion of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) examination and pass the Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam. Within six months of the date of hire they must successfully pass the Michigan CDL skills/road test. Individuals will be subject to DOT requirements in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), including random testing for controlled substances & alcohol.

Physical Requirements

• Operates jackhammer and various tools and materials weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Operates various types of trucks and equipment.
• Splicing requires sitting in awkward positions about 45% of the time and working in trenches, handholes, vaults, and access openings.
• Stands on uneven terrain about 35% of time.
• Pulling cable requires walking on uneven terrain 25% of time.
• Climbs ladders, stairs and ramps.
• Wire coding requires good vision in order to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to communicate emergency information.
• Good hearing required to troubleshoot localized sounds.

Working Conditions

• All temperature and humidity ranges, indoors and outdoors.
• Noise and dust levels may be high at times.
• Possible confined/tight spaces.

Why Should You Apply?

Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.

Pay and benefits

Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, parental leave and 11 paid holidays.

Comprehensive benefits package offered including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program.

Voluntary benefits including vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and BWL's Home Purchase Plan - Forgivable $5,000 loan for purchase of a home in Lansing.

Retirement programs including 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan (DC) (100% company paid up to 9.5 % of base salary for BU positions and up to 13% of base salary for NBU positions), 457 Deferred Compensation matches up to $2,500 per year.

Post retirement benefits offered at the respective level of coverage, co-pays and health care premium, at the same level as active employees.

Two fitness centers located on site open 24/7, work life balance program, employee assistance program, free parking and much more!

The Location

Lansing lies at the heart of the Great Lakes State and offers all the beauty and splendor of the four seasons. A haven for swimming, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, golf, and hunting, mid-Michigan is also just a couple hours from premier skiing and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakeshores in the world on our Lake Michigan Coast. Lansing itself is only minutes and miles away from two of the nation's premier universities, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, and boasts miles of walking, running, biking trails, Potter Park Zoo, professional sports, the arts, and fine dining.

THE BOARD OF WATER & LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER