Fiber Splicer

Hotwire Communications; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan with CompanyMatch

Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays

Hotwire Service Discounts

Job summary

Hotwire Communications in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Fiber Splicer to install and maintain FTTH networks, splice fiber, and troubleshoot faults in both underground and aerial sections.

The role requires hands-on field experience with fusion splicing equipment, OTDRs, and field test gear, plus strong English communication and a valid driver's license for on-site work and on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on field experience in fiber splicing and restoration.
• Proficiency with fusion splicing machine and test equipment.
• Excellent oral and written English communication.
• Valid state drivers license in the hire state.
• Knowledge of fiber optics and Metro Ethernet networks.

Responsibilities

• Prep and splice fiber optic cables; locate problem areas and repair as needed.
• Install and maintain FTTH transmission/reception equipment.
• Maintain network systems for private lines and diagnose service interruptions.
• Coordinate with System Engineers on test/turn-up procedures.
• Review engineering docs, schematics, fiber management systems and OTDR reports.
• Support field maintenance teams and on-call rotation.
• Keep documentation of changes and upgrades.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Field experience

English communication

Valid drivers license

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fusion splicer

OTDR

Fiber test equipment

Power meters

Job description

The Fiber Splicer is responsible for the installation of new cable lines, both underground and on utility poles, and also performs maintenance on existing cables, including evaluation tests and repair.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prep and splice fiber optic cables, locate problem areas and perform other repairs as needed. This requires proficiency with fusion splicer and fiber test equipment.
• Install and maintain transmission and reception equipment for FTTH network.
• Install and maintain network systems for private lines and determine solutions for any issues preventing the service from operating normally.
• Initiate test and turn-up procedures with System Engineers in accordance with company compliance standards.
• Collect and interpret engineering documentation, to include schematics, fiber management systems and performance OTDR reports.
• Support field maintenance teams, including: IT, regional engineering teams and any other department as related to fiber network.
• Provide demand and preventive maintenance for fiber network & FTTH.
• Maintain proper network documentation on changes and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot MDF/headend issues with 3rd party providers.
• Work within the engineering team to ensure all connections are within required specifications.
• Work on an on-call schedule rotation as required.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English.
• Must have active and clean, non-restrictive, state issued driver’s license in State where hired.
• At least 3 years hands-on/field experience in fiber splicing, test equipment & restoration
• Demonstrated proficiency using fusion splicing machine
• Must understand the underlying theories and concepts of broadband communication and including fiber optics and Metro Ethernet networks
• Ability to use advanced test equipment like OTDR’s, optical power meters and other fiber testing equipment as required
• Ability to work days, weekends, evenings and holidays and participate with on-call rotation as needed

BENEFITS:

• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
• Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire. Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service

Hotwire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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