Fiber Splicer

Vets Hired; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vets Hired seeks a Fiber Splicer to install, splice, test, repair, and maintain fiber optic networks including FTTH infrastructure. You will support field teams, read engineering drawings, and ensure reliable network performance.

Responsibilities include splicing, testing, maintenance, and collaboration with IT, engineering, and field crews. A valid license, SCTE preferred, and flexible on-call rotation are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on fiber splicing experience.
• Experience with fusion splicing equipment and testing tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, splice, and repair fiber optic cables.
• Install and maintain FTTH transmission/receiving equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain fiber network systems and documentation.

Skills

Fiber splicing

OTDRs & fiber testing

Broadband & FTTH knowledge

Engineering documentation reading

Verbal/written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fusion splicing machines

OTDRs

Optical power meters

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.