Fiber Optic Field Technician — Install, Splice & Test

Cable East Inc; Statham (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cable-East, Inc. is seeking a Fiber Technician for field-based fiber optic installation, splicing, testing, and maintenance in outdoor environments across Georgia, including Statham and Austell. You will work 6:00 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday, with travel statewide and occasional extended hours to support outages and restoration projects. The role requires 1–2 years in fiber installation or related telecom construction, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in fiber optic installation, splicing, testing, or telecom construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and route maps.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds repeatedly.
• Willingness to travel throughout Georgia and work in varied outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, place, and secure fiber optic cable in aerial, underground, and indoor environments according to engineering prints and standards.
• Perform fusion splicing, connectorization, and enclosure/terminal installation for new builds and service restorations.
• Test and troubleshoot fiber networks using OTDRs, light sources, power meters, and fault locators to verify signal quality.
• Document splice loss, test results, and as-built information in company systems.
• Coordinate with supervisors, locators, contractors, and crews to complete scheduled work and emergency repairs.

Skills

Fiber installation

Splicing

Testing

Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

OTDR

Light sources

Power meters

Visual fault locator

Job description

Cable-East, Inc. is seeking a Fiber Technician for field-based fiber optic installation, splicing, testing, and maintenance in outdoor environments across Georgia, including Statham and Austell. You will work 6:00 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday, with travel statewide and occasional extended hours to support outages and restoration projects. The role requires 1–2 years in fiber installation or related telecom construction, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds.