Fiber Optic Splicer — OSP/Indoor Tech, Houston

E2 Optics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

BICSI training facilities

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

E2 Optics is hiring a Fiber Splicer in Houston, TX. The role focuses on safe fiber splicing, installation support, and reading splice records to ensure precise cable terminations.

Candidates should have 3+ years in structured cabling and fiber splicing, with OSHA 30 and EXFO OTDR/OLTS knowledge. This onsite position may require significant travel and manual labor in varied environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• OSHA 30 within first 2 weeks of role.
• BICSI Installer 2 Fiber certification preferred (to qualify for Tech III).
• 3+ years work experience in structured cabling, installing, terminating, and splicing.
• Minimum 1 year work experience in a fiber splicing role or industry-related construction.
• Single and Ribbon Fiber splicing experience required.
• Experience with ISP and OSP.
• Read, write, and understand English.
• Able to distinguish color codes with the ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Windows-based programs.
• Knowledge of EXFO OTDR and EXFO OLTS testing.
• Ability to listen carefully to and follow instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive, dependable, and exercise efficient time management at the jobsite.
• Demonstrate accountability for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Exhibit a positive attitude.
• Solid team player.
• High attention to detail with demonstrated ability to source and follow standards.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work days, nights and weekends as project requires.
• Self-motivated with excellent work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively in versatile work environments.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices and company and client worksite policies.
• Read and understands splice records and can effectively splice fibers in accordance with those records.
• Assist the project team with installation activities as needed.
• Terminate and breakout outside fiber.
• Pull and splice OSP high-count fiber optic cables.
• Proactively maintain job site organization and basic housekeeping.
• Organize materials, tools, and equipment, collect debris, and ensure hazardous conditions are promptly addressed.
• Read and interpret floor plans, drawings, specifications, and cut sheets.
• Know about the different materials and methodologies involved with the installation of a structured cabling system.
• Furcate large strand count fiber (3456-6912).
• Perform break fixes, troubleshoot, and read splice records and blueprints.
• Understand a task and ask relevant questions before beginning to complete it.
• Maintain compliance with customer security requirements.
• Exhibit and maintain professional appearance and behavior.
• This position is generally expected to require minimal overnight travel (5%) in certain regions, but could require frequent (50%+) overnight and extended out-of-town travel in others.
• The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics.
• Additional Responsibilities: As identified and assigned.

Job description

E2 Optics is hiring a Fiber Splicer in Houston, TX. The role focuses on safe fiber splicing, installation support, and reading splice records to ensure precise cable terminations.

Candidates should have 3+ years in structured cabling and fiber splicing, with OSHA 30 and EXFO OTDR/OLTS knowledge. This onsite position may require significant travel and manual labor in varied environments.