Fiber Splicer

Dycom Industries, Inc.; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

PTO and Holidays

401(k) match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Pet insurance

Job summary

Kanaan Communications, LLC is seeking a Fiber Splicer II in Gaylord, MI to perform cable upgrades and splicing tasks both aerial and underground, ensuring reliable network performance.

You will test and troubleshoot circuits post-installation, document work in daily reports, and guide fellow splicers; a valid US work authorization and fiber splicing experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of fiber splicing experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company.
• DOT physical exam with valid medical card.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, or relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform cable upgrades and splicing tasks, aerial and underground.
• Test, activate, and troubleshoot circuits post-installation.
• Ensure splicing operations meet customer and industry standards.
• Upgrade fiber sheaths and mid-sheath fibers as needed.
• Provide guidance to other splicers as needed.
• Complete daily maintenance of vehicles and documentation of work.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Telecom network knowledge

Driver's license

Pole climber certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location (Short): Gaylord, MI | Grayling, MI | Atlanta, MI

Workplace Type: Field

Employment Type: Hourly

Discover a more connected career

At Kanaan Communications, LLC, as a Fiber Splicer II, you’ll complete the process of fusing optical fibers, to maintain our telecommunication networks.Your splicing work is essential for keeping strong and reliable connections, ensuring data travels seamlessly through our continually growing network.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• Perform cable upgrades and splicing tasks, both aerial and underground
• Test, activate, and troubleshoot the network’s circuit post-installation
• Ensure all splicing operations meet strict customer and industry standards
• Upgrade existing fiber sheaths with new fiber sheaths
• Mid-sheath fibers for entry on loose tube or fiber sheaths
• Cut away the sheath from existing cables to reach faulty connections, and remove the sheath and insulation from newly installed cables and wires
• Provide guidance to other splicers, as needed
• Complete basic daily maintenance of vehicles, including fluid checks
• Document work performed through daily production reports, including marking up maps and keeping correct material usage records
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Valid State driver's license (cannot be considered Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical exam, resulting in a valid medical card
• At least two years of fiber splicing experience
• Certified pole climber or capable of demonstrating proficiency as a pole climber, is preferred
• Knowledge of telecommunications network structure

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: work at heights, occasional entry into attics and crawl spaces and alone in remote locations, operate vehicle and heavy machinery; squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs, and lift up to 55 pounds without assistance.
• Occasionally: work in confined spaces, use ladder and gaffs for climbing poles, keyboard and mouse

Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands‑on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety‑first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal‑opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.