Fiber Splicer — Hands-on Tech & Career Growth

Team Fishel; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Fishel in Richmond, VA is seeking a qualified Fiber Splicer to join our utility construction team. You will splice various fiber optic cables, troubleshoot basic issues, and interpret maps and blueprints to support our growing operations.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least two years in telecommunications or related fields, plus familiarity with fusion splicing and optical testing equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years in telecommunications or related fields with supervisory ability.
• Experience with fusion splicing and optical testing equipment (EXFO, Fitel, Sumitomo).
• Ability to distinguish Multi-mode vs. Single-mode fibers; CAT 3/5; riser/plenum cabling.

Responsibilities

• Splice various fiber optic cables (single mode, multimode, stranded, ribbon).
• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems.
• Review maps, drawings, blueprints and testing documents.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Fusion splicing

Fiber testing

Map reading

Pole awareness

Equipment operation

Team supervision

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EXFO

Fitel

Sumitomo

Job description

Team Fishel in Richmond, VA is seeking a qualified Fiber Splicer to join our utility construction team. You will splice various fiber optic cables, troubleshoot basic issues, and interpret maps and blueprints to support our growing operations.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least two years in telecommunications or related fields, plus familiarity with fusion splicing and optical testing equipment.