Fiber Optic Field Technician – Splicing & Repair

Clearwave Corporation; Rose City (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and Vision

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Uniform/Boot allowance

Cell Phone Allowance

Career Progression Opportunities

Discounted Broadband Services

Job summary

Clearwave Corporation is seeking a skilled fiber optic technician to install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber networks. You will handle both outdoor and indoor splice work, generate precise documentation, and support engineers with field reporting.

The role requires independent work, construction knowledge, and strong computer skills. You will participate in on-call rotations for service restoration, multitask in dynamic environments, and ensure compliance with safety and industry

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• Experience in telecommunications, specifically with OSP fiber optics.
• Proficient with construction equipment, fusion splicers, OTDR, fiber identifiers and scope.
• Strong organizational, mathematical, and computer skills; ability to read maps and prints.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair fiber optic networks.
• Splice and test fiber cables (SM and MM) in outdoor and indoor settings.
• Prepare splice cases and ground/bond/insulate as needed.
• Generate detailed reports of field splicing activity for engineers.
• Work on-call for emergency repairs and service restoration.
• Interpret underground/aerial cable records and advise on routes.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

OTDR testing

Project management

Independent work

Construction practices

Documentation practices

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Database software

Google Earth

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clearwave Corporation is seeking a skilled fiber optic technician to install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber networks. You will handle both outdoor and indoor splice work, generate precise documentation, and support engineers with field reporting.

The role requires independent work, construction knowledge, and strong computer skills. You will participate in on-call rotations for service restoration, multitask in dynamic environments, and ensure compliance with safety and industry