Fibre Optic Splicer – FTTH

Chemco; Powerview-Pine Falls, Town of Lac du Bonnet; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemco seeks experienced Fibre Optic Splicers to support FTTH construction projects throughout eastern Manitoba, including Powerview-Pine Falls, Point du Bois, Bissett, Lac du Bonnet, and Alexander areas. Splicers will perform fibre splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mainline, distribution, and residential FTTH infrastructure.

Must have fibre optic splicing experience, valid driver’s licence, and CSTS/WHMIS certifications (or willingness to obtain/renew prior to

Qualifications

• Fibre optic splicing experience.
• FTTH network experience an asset.
• OTDR testing and fibre troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read fibre splice plans.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to mobilize.
• CSTS/WHMIS certifications or willingness to obtain/renew.

Responsibilities

• Splice fibre optic cables, terminals, splitters, and closures.
• Perform OTDR and power meter testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair fibre optic facilities.
• Read fibre splice plans and construction drawings.
• Complete required splice and test documentation.
• Maintain splicing equipment, tools, and vehicles.
• Travel to project locations and work away from home as needed.
• Follow safety requirements and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Fibre optic splicing

OTDR testing

Troubleshooting

Read splice plans

Independence

Strong communication

Education

CSTS/WHMIS certifications

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Splicing equipment

Job description

Chemco is seeking experienced Fibre Optic Splicers to support FTTH construction projects throughout eastern Manitoba, including the Powerview-Pine Falls, Point du Bois, Bissett, Lac du Bonnet, and Alexander areas. In this role, Splicers will perform fibre splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mainline, distribution, and residential FTTH infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

• Splice fibre optic cables, terminals, splitters, and closures
• Perform OTDR and power meter testing
• Troubleshoot and repair fibre optic facilities
• Read fibre splice plans and construction drawings
• Complete required splice and test documentation
• Maintain splicing equipment, tools, and vehicles
• Drive to and from various project locations
• Work independently and coordinate with construction crews
• Follow company and client safety requirements

What We’re Looking for

• Previous fibre optic splicing experience
• Experience with FTTH networks considered an asset
• Experience with OTDR testing and fibre troubleshooting
• Ability to read and interpret fibre splice plans
• Valid driver's licence
• Available to work out of town
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Current CSTS and WHMIS certifications, or willingness to obtain/renew prior to mobilization

Employment Details

• Location: Powerview-Pine Falls, Point Du Bois, Bisset, Nopiming, Lac Du Bonnetand and Alexander areas.
• Job Type: Full-time seasonal work.
• Schedule: Weekend and night work may be required during the build season.
• Compensation: Pay will be based on experience, qualifications, and project requirements.

Travel within the listed project areas will be required; candidates must be comfortable working away from home as project needs require.

What Chemco Offers

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Supportive field teams with a strong focus on safety, planning, and quality work.

We thank all candidates for applying, but only those being considered for this position will be contacted.