Fiber Splicer - Telecommunications

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join a nationally recognized multi-utility partner with a proven track record spanning several decades. Family-owned and operated since its founding in 1936, this organization provides engineering, construction, installation, and maintenance services to natural gas distribution, electric power distribution, and broadband communications infrastructure owners, and has grown to a team of over 2,500 professionals with offices in 12 states across the Midwest, Southeast, Central, and Southwestern United States.

Following a series of new contract wins in Arizona, they are seeking for a Fiber Optic Splicing Technician to join their expanding team. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable, including single mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon
• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems or issues related to fiber optic infrastructure
• Review, interpret, and work with various maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents
• Perform daily tests, checks, and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment
• Conduct optical continuity and conformance testing to ensure network integrity
• Make splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial, and building work locations

Skills/Must have:

• Working knowledge of various fusion splicing and optical testing equipment, including EXFO, Fitel, and Sumitomo
• Familiarity with fiber optic cable types, color codes, and environments (e.g., Multi-mode, Single-mode, CAT 3, CAT 5, Riser, Plenum)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
• Utility pole/manhole awareness, bucket truck training, and confined space training preferred
• Ability to work in confined spaces and meet company minimum driving standards

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Company vehicle provided for work-related travel
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
• Paid Leave Benefits
• Profit Sharing
• Retirement savings plan
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Comprehensive training programs
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Salary:

• $25 - $35 per hour