Fiber Splicer

KFN; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health plans

401(k)

Paid vacations and holidays

Inclusive culture

Job summary

KFN is hiring a Fiber Splicer in Overland Park, Kansas. The successful candidate will splice and maintain fiber optic cables, install termination panels, and ensure quality testing and documentation.

The position requires two years of experience and a high school diploma or GED. KFN offers a full-time role with competitive compensation, health plans, and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Two years of fiber splicing experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fiber optic cables for splicing.
• Install fiber termination panels.
• Test cables and troubleshoot issues.
• Splice and repair fiber optic cables.
• Maintain documentation of projects.

Skills

Fiber optic cable preparation

Fiber termination equipment installation

Testing and troubleshooting

Documentation

Mapcom M4

Bluebeam

Visio Professional

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Vocational school training or apprenticeship

Job description

JOIN Kansas Fiber Network

Kansas Fiber Networks (aka: KFN) is a network services provider owned by 27 independent rural telephone companies. Our fiber provides direct and diverse fiber routes, lower latency, and is built using the latest fiber technology. Our clients include businesses, schools, banks, hospitals, wireless and wireline carriers, hyperscale, and other data‑intense entities requiring superior network quality with unmatched customer service.

KFN is headquartered in Wichita with a satellite office in Overland Park. We are a dynamic and growth‑focused company committed to hiring and retaining top industry talent by building a positive work environment.

NOW HIRING: FIBER Splicer

The Fiber Splicer is responsible for seamless splicing and termination of fiber optic cables, comprehensive testing, troubleshooting cable issues, and maintaining fiber optic cables including cable detection infrastructure.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• Competitive compensation
• Full‑time position
• Health plans
• 401(k)
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Inclusive culture

Key Responsibilities

• Fiber Optic Cable Preparation
  • Prep fiber optic cables for new or existing splice enclosures.
  • Perform splicing for large count cables, micro‑cables, butt splices, and mid‑sheath/express cable entry.
• Installation of Fiber Termination Equipment
  • Install fiber termination panels.
  • Install fiber terminals in an environmental cabinet or underground vault.
• Test and Troubleshooting
  • Test cables using optical test equipment (OTDR, power meter, fiber identifier, and fiber scope).
  • Document, troubleshoot, and repair fiber.
• Fiber Optic Cable Installation
  • Bond and ground cables per current specifications.
  • Use and understand fiber optic color code.
  • Splice fiber using mechanical and fusion methods.
  • Locate and repair fiber optic cable faults without causing signal failure interruptions.
  • Validate and test end‑to‑end service provisioning for cable network.
  • Confirm accurate cable terminations at fiber termination panels.
• Maintain project documentation (production sheets, timesheets, fiber splicing redlines).
• Utilize Mapcom M4, Bluebeam, Visio Professional, and other software to plan and document fiber splicing activities.

Position Requirements

Fiber Splicer I

• Two (2) years of fiber splicing experience.
• Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Fiber Splicer II

• Two (2) to four (4) years of fiber splicing experience.
• Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.