Fiber Splicer: Outdoor Builds & OTDR Troubleshooting

Rhino Cable Services, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Boot voucher

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Dependent care FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MasTec, Inc. is seeking a Fiber Splicer to build end-to-end fiber optic networks in outdoor utility environments. You will test, troubleshoot, and deploy splice enclosures using fusion splicers and OTDR equipment, interpreting drawings and maintaining high quality standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in fiber splicing, enjoy hands-on teamwork, and are comfortable with ladders or bucket trucks. This role offers long-term projects and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Safety is a part of your day-to-day.
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality.
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work.
• You are looking for long-term projects.
• You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team.
• You have at least 3-5 years of fiber splicing and troubleshooting experience.
• You are comfortable working on a ladder or a bucket truck.
• You are flexible and enjoy a variety of shifts with overtime.
• Knowledge of low voltage electrical systems and mechanical principles
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Test and troubleshoot the continuity of fiber optic networks.
• Operate all testing equipment and be adept at the resolution of challenges common to fiber optic networks.
• Experience prepping fiber splice enclosures such as Tyco, CommScope, Corning, etc.
• Utilize a fusion splicer, test equipment, OTDR (Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer) 1310, 1550, DWDM, CWDM, 945 OLTS, Max Tester, Power meter.
• Fiber engineer knowledge of fiber design, reading documentation, understanding of light levels, and dB loss
• Work in outdoor utility construction sites

Skills

Safety first

Quality focus

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible shifts

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Long-term projects

Tools

Fusion splicer

OTDR

Power meter

Test equipment

Job description

MasTec, Inc. is seeking a Fiber Splicer to build end-to-end fiber optic networks in outdoor utility environments. You will test, troubleshoot, and deploy splice enclosures using fusion splicers and OTDR equipment, interpreting drawings and maintaining high quality standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in fiber splicing, enjoy hands-on teamwork, and are comfortable with ladders or bucket trucks. This role offers long-term projects and a competitive benefits package.