Fiber Optic Splicer — Safe, On‑Site Field Tech

Team Fishel; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Profit sharing

Job summary

Team Fishel is interviewing for Fiber Cable Splicers at our South Bend, IN location within the Low Voltage Technologies Solutions division. The ideal candidate will splice various fiber types, operate testing equipment, and uphold safety as a top priority.

We seek 2+ years of fusion splicing experience, ability to supervise others, and proficiency with OTDR and power meters. Excellent customer service and reliable scheduling are valued for this role. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Two+ years of experience in telecommunications or related technical fields and ability to supervise others.
• Experience with fusion splicing and optical testing equipment (various brands).
• Ability to distinguish Multi-mode from other fiber types.
• Ability to work with others and independently.
• Pole/manhole awareness; bucket truck and confined space training preferred.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Clean driving record and meet company driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable (single mode, multimode, loose tube, ribbon).
• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems or issues.
• Review maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents.
• Perform daily tests, checks, and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment.
• Conduct optical continuity and conformance testing.
• Make splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial, and building locations.

Skills

Safety focus

Flexibility

Reliability

Professional appearance

Continuous learning

2+ years fiber splicing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Fusion splicing equipment

OTDR testing

Power meter testing

Alcoa Fujikura

GN NetTest

EXFO

Fitel

Sumitomo

Job description

Team Fishel is interviewing for Fiber Cable Splicers at our South Bend, IN location within the Low Voltage Technologies Solutions division. The ideal candidate will splice various fiber types, operate testing equipment, and uphold safety as a top priority.

We seek 2+ years of fusion splicing experience, ability to supervise others, and proficiency with OTDR and power meters. Excellent customer service and reliable scheduling are valued for this role. Competitive pay and benefits offered.