Fiber Optic Splicing Technician - Field Role

Ledcor; Buckhannon (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Technical Services is hiring an experienced Fiber Splicer to prepare and splice fiber optic cables within a telecommunications system. You will read data, operate OTDR and fusion splicing equipment, and ensure accurate daily reports while meeting safety standards.

Responsibilities include handling splice enclosures, maintaining tools and work areas, and performing required aerial or confined-space work across West Virginia.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete pre-access drug and alcohol requirements.
• Clean driver’s abstract and valid full driver’s license.
• Combination of work experience and/or technical training in an industry-related trade certification or education program.
• Low Voltage or structured cabling installation is an asset.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment utilized in splicing fiber.
• Experience operating and performing work in a bucket truck, lift, etc. is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read understand, interpret, input, and analyze data with a high degree of accuracy.
• Operate OTDR and fusion splicing equipment for single and ribbon fiber.
• Complete daily production reports to document work performed while tracking and communicating daily production and materials.
• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure safety compliance.
• Lift and manipulate splice enclosures and other plant and equipment.
• Work in cramped spaces and perform aerial work as needed.

Skills

OTDR

Fusion splicing

Fiber matrices

Data analysis

Safety compliance

Tools

Splice equipment

Bucket truck experience

Job description

Ledcor Technical Services is hiring an experienced Fiber Splicer to prepare and splice fiber optic cables within a telecommunications system. You will read data, operate OTDR and fusion splicing equipment, and ensure accurate daily reports while meeting safety standards.

Responsibilities include handling splice enclosures, maintaining tools and work areas, and performing required aerial or confined-space work across West Virginia.