Fiber Optic Technician

Liberty Electric; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union shop

Job summary

Liberty Electric is seeking a highly skilled Fiber Optic Technician to join our Seattle-area team. You will work on existing and new fiber networks, handling innerduct, fiber cable, patch panels, splice cases, and fusion splicing from start to finish in a union shop environment.

The role requires 5+ years of splicing experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of fiber splicing experience.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform prep and fusion of single-mode or multi-mode fiber optic cables for inside and outside plant construction.
• Test and troubleshoot fiber using an OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifier and scope.
• Provide field splicing activity reports to the NOC and Design teams.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FCC, NESC and NEC and company safety manuals.
• Place splice cases and manage innerduct and cable placements as directed.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OTDR

Optical Power Meter

Fiber Identifier

Optical Scope

Job description

Job Summary

Liberty Electric is searching for a Fiber Optic Technician to join our team. We are Union shop out of local 46. The position involves working on existing and new fiber optic networks in the greater Seattle area. The candidate will be part of construction from start to finish. Task will include everything innerduct, fiber optic cable, patch panel, splice case placement, and fusion splicing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform prep and fusion of single-mode or multi-mode fiber optic cables for both inside and outside plant construction.
• Perform fiber panel audits and splice case audits.
• Properly place mid-sheath splices.
• Test and troubleshoot fiber using an OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifier and scope.
• Work with Construction Project Managers and Fiber Design to perform splicing as directed.
• Provide Fiber Design team with detailed reports of field splicing activity.
• Perform all work as necessary to conform to quality control guidelines (includes compliance with requirements outlined in applicable regulations such as: OSHA, FCC, NESC and NEC, etc.; as following procedures as outlined in the Installation, Technical, Operations, and Safety Manuals, and Employee Handbook).
• Clean, maintain, stock and secure equipment.
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic that can provide high productivity with minimal supervision.
• Construct proper splice cases pressurized and non-pressurized, using all types and sizes of cable, including, but not limited to: grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage and sealing.
• Make precise recommendations for changes in running fiber optic cables and provide input into construction methodologies.
• In coordination with Construction Manager, prepare required Wimps needed with the NOC for all maintenance splicing required.
• Work with Fiber Design on required parts and equipment.
• Work flexible hours as needed and on-call nights and weekends.
• Fiber Optic Cable Placement
• Innerduct Placement
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record.

Requirements/Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• 5+ year of splicing experience with the ability to properly place a mid-sheath splice.