Fiber Splicer

Vets Hired; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Vets Hired is seeking a Fiber Splicer to install, splice, test, repair, and maintain fiber optic networks, supporting FTTH infrastructure. The role collaborates with engineering and field teams to ensure reliable performance.

Responsibilities include splicing with fusion equipment, installing FTTH gear, reading schematics, and maintaining documentation. On-call rotations and travel to sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on fiber splicing experience.
• Experience using fusion splicing machines.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and fiber docs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, splice, and repair fiber optic cables using fusion splicing equipment.
• Install and maintain FTTH transmission and reception equipment.
• Troubleshoot fiber network systems and perform tests.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and fiber docs.
• Maintain accurate network documentation for upgrades and changes.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to outages as required.

Job description

Job Summary

The Fiber Splicer is responsible for installing, splicing, testing, repairing, and maintaining fiber optic cable networks. The role supports fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) infrastructure, performs network troubleshooting, maintains documentation, and works with engineering and field teams to ensure reliable network performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, splice, and repair fiber optic cables using fusion splicing equipment.
• Install and maintain FTTH transmission and reception equipment.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber network systems.
• Perform testing, turn-up, and commissioning procedures with engineering teams.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and fiber management documentation.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fiber optic networks.
• Support field maintenance, IT, and engineering teams with network operations.
• Troubleshoot headend, MDF, and third-party provider connectivity issues.
• Maintain accurate network documentation for upgrades and changes.
• Verify fiber connections meet engineering specifications.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to network outages as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on fiber splicing experience.
• Experience using fusion splicing machines.
• Experience using OTDRs, optical power meters, and fiber testing equipment.
• Strong understanding of broadband communications, fiber optics, FTTH, and Metro Ethernet networks.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• SCTE certification is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, evenings, holidays, and on-call rotations.