Fiber Optic Technician

Hamilton Barnes; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes is seeking a Fiber Optic Technician to support installation, splicing, troubleshooting, and repair work across the tri-state area. This is a fast-paced field role for someone comfortable adapting to changing schedules and working on both live and dark fiber.

Responsibilities include splicing, fusing, installing fiber optic cables, terminal boxes, and troubleshooting. You will record field notes and use EXFO OTDR and iOLM software while following safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Construction or installation experience required.
• Experience splicing, fusing, preparing, and installing fiber optic cable.
• Experience working on live and dark fiber.
• Knowledge of EXFO OTDR and iOLM software required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to travel to Staten Island and work throughout the tri-state.
• Able to work in varied weather, confined spaces, and at elevations using ladders or scissor lifts.

Responsibilities

• Splice, fuse, prepare, and install fiber optic cables.
• Work on both live and dark fiber.
• Install terminal boxes and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot fiber issues and complete repairs.
• Record accurate splicing details and field notes.
• Use EXFO OTDR and iOLM software for testing and analysis.
• Follow OSHA, state, city, and company safety requirements.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Splicing & fusion

Live & dark fiber

EXFO OTDR

iOLM software

Field communications

Travel to tri-state area

Work at heights with ladders/scissor

Job description

We are hiring for a Fiber Optic Technician to support installation, splicing, troubleshooting, and repair work across the tri-state area. This is a fast-paced field role for someone comfortable adapting to changing schedules and working on both live and dark fiber.

Responsibilities

• Splice, fuse, prepare, and install fiber optic cables.
• Work on both live and dark fiber.
• Install terminal boxes and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot fiber issues and complete repairs.
• Record accurate splicing details and field notes.
• Use EXFO OTDR and iOLM software for testing and analysis.
• Follow OSHA, state, city, and company safety requirements.

Required Skills

• Previous construction or installation experience required.
• Experience splicing, fusing, preparing, and installing fiber optic cable.
• Experience working on live and dark fiber.
• Knowledge of EXFO OTDR and iOLM software required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to travel to Staten Island and work throughout the tri-state.
• Able to work in varied weather, confined spaces, and at elevations using ladders or scissor lifts.