Fiber Optic Splice Technician, VT

Centerline; New Jersey; On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerline is expanding into the Burlington, VT area and seeks qualified Fiber Splice Technicians. The role blends independent fieldwork with on-site customer collaboration across Northeast projects focused on ISP, OSP, and aerial fiber builds.

You will work with and train junior technicians, handle complex splicing tasks, and perform fiber characterization and advanced documentation. Expect travel and on-call duties as part of the job.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Fiber Optic Splice Technician.
• Must be at least a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess and continue to possess a valid driver’s license.
• Within 90 days of start, pass OSHA-10 through safety program.
• Must pass DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Candidates must be local to Burlington, VT or relocate.

Responsibilities

• Understand multiple OSP/ISP splice enclosures by various manufacturers.
• Demonstrate advanced cable prep and fusion splicing, and termination abilities.
• Conduct fiber tests and troubleshooting, including iOLM and documentation.
• Train junior technicians and assist with crew/project management.
• Travel, night/weekend/holiday work, and on-call duties are expected.

Skills

Fiber optic splice technician

Teamwork

Independence in fieldwork

Project management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ARC/GIS

Telvent

Trimble software

Job description

As Centerline expands into the Burlington, Vermont area, we’re looking to add qualified Fiber Splice Technicians to support growing demand across the Northeast. This role requires a mix of independent fieldwork and on-site customer collaboration, with a focus on ISP, OSP, and aerial fiber builds. We’re seeking candidates who are technically skilled, customer-focused, and ready to grow with a team known for professionalism and quality.

What You Will Do

• A solid understanding of multiple OSP/ISP splice enclosures by various manufacturers.
• Have undergone additional training or immersion into one or more specific customers’ needs and demonstrate responsibility for those needs
• Be able to demonstrate advanced cable prep/single and mass fusion splicing, and termination abilities.
• Excellent fiber optic test and troubleshooting abilities to include fiber characterization, iOLM, and advanced documentation and deliverable responsibilities.
• Demonstrate a strong ability to work with others and train more junior technicians, and basic crew/project management abilities and responsibilities
• Have a basic understanding of and abilities to negotiate ARC/GIS, Telvent, and Trimble software
• Ability to understand that to the nature of the job, travel, night, weekend, and holiday work, including on-call responsibilities, will be a requirement.

What You Will Need

• Experience as a Fiber Optic Splice Technician.
• Must be at least a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess the ability to perceive difference in colors.
• Must possess and continue to possess a valid driver’s license
• Experienced with basic computer functions, and have the ability to learn new programs
• Ability to make independent judgments and perform repetitive tasks
• Regular contact with co-workers and customers
• Within 90 days of the start date, take and pass the OSHA-10 Certification through the company's safety program
• Must be able to take and pass, and continue to pass a DOT Physical, drug screen, and background check
• Travel expected; may involve some nights & weekends
• Overtime should generally be expected
• Applicant must be able to complete the entry-level safety training and demonstrate safe practices within 90 days of starting
• Candidates must be local to the Burlington, VT area or have independent plans to relocate

Work Environment

• Repeated and frequent ability to lift, from floor to above head, 25 lbs continuously.
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach, and utilize both hands and feet in an aerial and underground capacity.
• Environmental Conditions exposure is heat, cold, dust, wet, vibration, and very loud noise.
• Requires the ability to sit for extended periods, stand, bend, walk, communicate via telephone, computer and/or face-to-face contact, vision to monitor, and use basic office equipment such as a personal computer, copier, and fax machines regularly during the course of work.
• Work is performed in and out of an office environment.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

AAP/EEO Statement

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Who We Are

At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects.

With demand for connectivity at an all-time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey.

We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Reliability. Our values are key to our team’s success and driving everyone to reach their full potential. As a member of our winning team, you’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan, referral bonuses, and generous PTO.