Fiber Optic Splicer — Grow with a Leading Utility Team

Team Fishel; Virginia (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Profit sharing

Job summary

Team Fishel, the Best Choice in Utility Construction, is seeking a Fiber Splicer for its Boydton, VA operation. You will splice fiber optic cables, troubleshoot technical issues, and interpret maps and blueprints while following safety practices.

Responsibilities include testing, maintenance of splicing equipment, and performing optical testing across various environments (buried, underground, aerial, and building work). A High School diploma and 2+ years of telecom experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalency
• Minimum of two years of experience in telecommunications or related technical fields
• Experience with fusion splicing and optical testing equipment (EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo)
• Knowledge to distinguish Multi-mode vs Single-mode fiber; CAT3/CAT5; riser/plenum cables
• Experience blowing/jetting fiber is highly desired
• Must meet utility pole/manhole awareness and bucket truck training requirements
• Ability to work in confined spaces and independently with a good driving record

Responsibilities

• Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable including single mode, multimode, stranded and ribbon
• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems
• Review maps, drawings, and testing documents
• Perform daily tests, checks and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment
• Perform optical continuity and conformance testing
• Make splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial and building locations
• Join Team Fishel and contribute to safety and quality in utility construction

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Troubleshooting

Map interpretation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EXFO

Fitel

Sumitomo

Job description

Team Fishel, the Best Choice in Utility Construction, is seeking a Fiber Splicer for its Boydton, VA operation. You will splice fiber optic cables, troubleshoot technical issues, and interpret maps and blueprints while following safety practices.

Responsibilities include testing, maintenance of splicing equipment, and performing optical testing across various environments (buried, underground, aerial, and building work). A High School diploma and 2+ years of telecom experience are required.