Fiber Optic Splicer – FTTH & Field Network Expert

Comunidade Metodista; Decatur (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Utilities Telecommunications seeks Fiber Optic Splicers to support US projects, including FTTH and customer builds. The role involves connecting, testing, and validating fiber networks across multiple states with travel as needed.

The position emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration within a diverse team, with opportunities for career development through Aecon programs.

Qualifications

• Hands-on splicing of fiber optic cables, including fusion, ribboning, and cleaving.
• OTDR testing used to identify high losses, faults and open locations.
• Experience working with live fiber closures and various closure types from different manufacturers.
• Fiber cable termination using diverse connector types.
• Ability to document power meter results for QA and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with patch panels, pigtails and splice boxes for network setup.

Responsibilities

• Splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber infrastructure including FTTH and customer builds for reliable connectivity.
• Complete daily safety documentation with focus on accuracy and hazard identification.
• Document and report work daily to support project tracking and accountability.
• Inspect fiber routes and hub sites as part of preventative maintenance to ensure long-term network integrity.
• Interpret technical drawings to determine fiber counts and deployment requirements.
• Maintain high standards of quality and attention to detail in all tasks.
• Promote inclusion and diversity, supporting career growth and belonging.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

OTDR testing

Fiber termination

Live fiber closures

Patch panels & pigtails

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Tools

OTDR equipment

Job description

Aecon Utilities Telecommunications seeks Fiber Optic Splicers to support US projects, including FTTH and customer builds. The role involves connecting, testing, and validating fiber networks across multiple states with travel as needed.

The position emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration within a diverse team, with opportunities for career development through Aecon programs.