Fiber Splicer
Core
Installing, maintaining, and repairing fiber optic infrastructure including splicing, terminating, and troubleshooting in various environments.
Role type
Fiber Splicer / Field Technician
Builds
Fiber optic networks (FTTH, underground, aerial)
Domain
Telecommunications / Fiber Optics
Required skills
fiber splicing, fiber troubleshooting, ribbon fiber handling, loose tube fiber handling, OTDR testing, OLTS testing, power meter usage, VFL usage, single-fusion splicing, mass-fusion splicing, splice matrix interpretation, splice enclosure installation, termination hardware installation, confined space work, working at heights, driving, DOT physical compliance, hand tool usage, safety compliance (OSHA, NESC, NEC)
Preferred skills
2+ years fiber splicing experience, understanding of fiber loss and connector types, experience with single-mode and multi-mode fiber, ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision, strong communication, organizational abilities, MS Office proficiency, mechanical inclination
Technologies
OTDR, OLTS, power meters, VFL, single-fusion splicers, mass-fusion splicers, splice capsules, closures, termination hardware
Responsibilities
Install and maintain new and existing fiber infrastructure, prep, splice, and terminate single-mode and multi-mode optical fiber, splice and restore fiber optic cables, test fiber using OTDR, OLTS, power meters, and VFL, install splice capsules and closures, perform mid-sheath entries and splice live fibers, maintain existing plant without disrupting service, respond to outages and carry out troubleshooting and repair work, keep accurate records of progress, maintain splice equipment, trailers, and vehicles, complete certification testing for fiber optic systems, follow safety requirements and organizational policies
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC