Fiber Optic Splicing Tech I — On-Site Field Engineer

Black & Veatch Corporation; New Mexico; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Electric Enterprises in NM, US is seeking a Fiber Optic Splicing Technician to join our field crew. This role covers outside plant splicing, equipment inspection, and maintaining safe, productive operations on remote site locations.

Candidates should have at least two years of experience and a valid driver’s license; pre-employment drug testing is required. DOT/OSHA certifications and Basic First Aid/CPR are preferred.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a fiber splicing technician and working knowledge of fiber optic networks.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record for the last three years.
• Ability to travel between remote site locations.
• Pre-employment drug test required.
• Must be able to perform rope access work.

Responsibilities

• Operate fusion splicing and testing equipment (single/mass fusion splicers, OTDRs, power meters, OCWRs).
• Read and interpret fiber splicing diagrams, prints and color codes.
• Install fiber closures, terminations, connectors and patch panels.
• Bond and ground fiber cables per specs.
• Maintain safe, quality work site in ROW or cell sites.
• Complete safety planning and daily pre-job risk assessments.

Skills

Safety leadership

Reading fiber diagrams

Crew coordination

Tools

Fiber Optic Splicing certifications

Splicing and Testing Equipment OEM certifications

Basic First Aid/CPR

OSHA 10-hour training

Confined space entry training

DOT Certification

Job description

Bird Electric Enterprises in NM, US is seeking a Fiber Optic Splicing Technician to join our field crew. This role covers outside plant splicing, equipment inspection, and maintaining safe, productive operations on remote site locations.

Candidates should have at least two years of experience and a valid driver’s license; pre-employment drug testing is required. DOT/OSHA certifications and Basic First Aid/CPR are preferred.