Fiber Optic Maintenance Tech: Splicing & OTDR Field Repair

Clearwave Corporation; Wills Point (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Uniform/Boot allowance

Cell Phone Allowance

Career Progression Opportunities

Broadband service discounts

Job summary

Clearwave Corporation is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Splicing Technician to install, maintain, and repair fiber networks across outdoor and indoor environments. You will splice fibers, test systems with OTDRs and meters, and collaborate with engineers to ensure optimal performance.

Ideal candidates have experience with OSP fiber optics, strong organizational and computer skills, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• Experience in telecommunications, specifically with OSP fiber optics.
• Strong organizational, mathematical, and computer skills.
• Experience reading street maps and system design prints.
• Proficient with fusion splicers, OTDR, fiber identifiers and scope.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prep and fusion or mechanical splice SM fiber cables in outdoor and indoor settings.
• Construct splice cases, grounding, bonding, slack storage and sealing.
• Place mid-sheath splices and perform splicing per directions.
• Test and troubleshoot fiber using OTDR and power meter.
• Maintain reports of field splicing activity for engineers.
• Be on-call for emergency repairs and short-notice service restoration.
• Follow safety and construction guidelines per regulations and manuals.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

OTDR testing

Project management

Independence

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Some college preferred

Tools

Fusion splicer

OTDR

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clearwave Corporation is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Splicing Technician to install, maintain, and repair fiber networks across outdoor and indoor environments. You will splice fibers, test systems with OTDRs and meters, and collaborate with engineers to ensure optimal performance.

Ideal candidates have experience with OSP fiber optics, strong organizational and computer skills, and the ability to work independently.