Fiber Splicer - Outdoor Plant Construction & Testing

TDS Telecommunications Corporation; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

TDS Telecom in Great Falls, MT is seeking a Fiber Splicer for Outside Plant Construction to install fiber enclosures, perform fusion splicing, OTDR testing, and maintain thorough documentation for project closeout.

You will read construction plans, coordinate with OSP teams, and ensure schedules are met while adhering to safety and DOT requirements. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available, with relocation assistance possible.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of telecommunications inside or outside plant experience with fiber optic installation, splicing, and testing.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and remain eligible for DOT requirements.
• Must follow the TDS attendance guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate fusion splicer, OTDR, and light level testing equipment per TDS standards.
• Install fiber enclosures and optical tap cases; splice, test, repair, and document fiber for OSP construction.
• Read construction plans and coordinate daily tasks with OSP teams and contractors.
• Ensure project timelines and closeout documentation are met.

Skills

Fiber optics splicing

OTDR testing

Documentation

Tools

Fiber fusion splicer

OTDR

Optical light testers

Job description

TDS Telecom in Great Falls, MT is seeking a Fiber Splicer for Outside Plant Construction to install fiber enclosures, perform fusion splicing, OTDR testing, and maintain thorough documentation for project closeout.

You will read construction plans, coordinate with OSP teams, and ensure schedules are met while adhering to safety and DOT requirements. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available, with relocation assistance possible.