Fiber Optic Technician (OSP/ISP)

PeopleLift; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Job summary

PeopleLift is hiring a Fiber Optic Technician (OSP/ISP) in Omaha, Nebraska. You will pull, route, dress, and terminate fiber, perform fusion splicing as needed, and test with OTDR and power meters to ensure faultless installations.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of fiber construction or similar telecom field experience, be comfortable outdoors, lift up to 50 lbs, and hold a valid driver's license. This is a full-time on-site role with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in fiber construction/installation or similar telecom field work.
• Familiarity with fiber cable types, connectors, and standard installation practices.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in varying conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in trenches/confined spaces as applicable.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, dress, and secure fiber (aerial/underground/inside plant as needed).
• Perform fiber splicing (fusion) and assist with splicing activities as needed.
• Test and troubleshoot using OTDR, power meter, and light source.
• Install and terminate fiber enclosures, patch panels, cabinets, and handholes.
• Read prints/maps and document work completed (as-builts, photos, test results).
• Maintain jobsite safety, tools, vehicle cleanliness, and material accountability.
• Communicate progress, issues, and next steps with supervisors/PMs.

Skills

Fiber installation

Safety procedures

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Light source

Fusion splicing

Job description

Fiber Optic Technician (OSP/ISP) – Omaha Nebraska

Join a fast-moving team building and maintaining high-quality fiber networks. We’re hiring a Fiber Optic Technician who can work safely, troubleshoot confidently, and deliver clean installs that meet spec—every time.

What You’ll Do

• Pull, route, dress, and secure fiber (aerial/underground/inside plant as needed)
• Perform fiber splicing (fusion) and/or assist with splicing activities (based on experience level)
• Test and troubleshoot using OTDR, power meter, and light source
• Install and terminate fiber enclosures, patch panels, cabinets, and handholes
• Read prints/maps and document work completed (as-builts, photos, test results)
• Maintain jobsite safety, tools, vehicle cleanliness, and material accountability
• Communicate progress, issues, and next steps with supervisors/PMs

What We’re Looking For (Required)

• 1+ year experience in fiber construction/installation (or similar telecom field work)
• Familiarity with fiber cable types, connectors, and standard installation practices
• Comfortable working outdoors and in varying conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in trenches/confined spaces (as applicable)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (or company vehicle use, if provided)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs and safety procedures

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Fiber splicing experience (fusion) and enclosure build-outs
• Experience with OSP (aerial/underground) and/or ISP (inside plant/data centers)
• OSHA 10/30, CPR/First Aid, bucket truck or lift experience

Schedule & Travel

• Schedule: Mon–Fri / day
• (Per diem available if applicable)

Pay

• Pay: $30/hr (based on experience) + overtime opportunities

How to Apply

Apply with your resume (or a brief summary of your fiber experience). If you’re available to start soon, include your earliest start date and preferred pay range.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Our client is an EEOC Employer and encourages all minority groups to apply.