Fiber Splicer | 24/7 Field Technician

IQ Fiber; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ Fiber is seeking a Fiber Splicer to install, splice, test, certify, and repair the company’s fiber optic network. The role is highly field-based, with extensive customer premises work and a need for exceptional service during installations and troubleshooting.

The position requires 3–5 years in telecom, proficiency with OTDR and related test equipment, and ability to work flexible hours including emergencies and overtime. Safety and quality come first.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of telecommunications experience required.
• Proficiency with optical test equipment including OTDR, PON meters, volt/ohm meters, and toners; core alignment splicing machines for drops and pigtails.

Responsibilities

• Splice fiber optic drops and pigtails using a core alignment splicing machine.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot OSP distribution fiber from hub to end user.
• Place fiber inside customer premises with precision and professionalism.
• Test, certify, and validate IQ Fiber services using OTDR and related tools.
• Respond to outages quickly; stay available during on-call periods and after-hours.

Skills

Fiber splicing

OSPF infrastructure

OTDR testing

Microsoft Office

Tools

OTDR meters

PON meters

Volt/Ohm meters

Job description

IQ Fiber is seeking a Fiber Splicer to install, splice, test, certify, and repair the company’s fiber optic network. The role is highly field-based, with extensive customer premises work and a need for exceptional service during installations and troubleshooting.

The position requires 3–5 years in telecom, proficiency with OTDR and related test equipment, and ability to work flexible hours including emergencies and overtime. Safety and quality come first.