Fiber Splicer - Wisconsin

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck provided

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

8 paid holidays

Vacation time / personal time

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC seeks an experienced Cable Splicer & Tester to join our telecom wireline team. You will splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper cables for large‑scale deployments, ensuring high‑quality builds and on‑time delivery across multiple markets.

The role requires hands‑on field work, reading schematics, maintaining records, and collaborating with project managers. Travel up to 75% and a valid driver's license are required; company truck provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience as Cable Splicer & Tester in telecom wireline.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic and copper splicing techniques and testing equipment.
• Ability to work independently and in aerial/underground environments.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and procedures.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license; company truck provided as needed.
• Willingness to travel to multiple markets (up to 75%).

Responsibilities

• Perform cable splicing, termination, and testing for fiber optic and copper networks.
• Conduct OTDR, power meter, light source, and related tests.
• Troubleshoot and repair cable issues in aerial and underground environments.
• Read and interpret splicing diagrams, schematics, and work orders.
• Maintain documentation of splicing records and test results.
• Follow safety standards and industry best practices in the field.
• Interface with project managers to provide status updates.
• Support multiple markets with travel up to 75%.

Skills

Cable splicing

Fiber optic testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety compliance

Independent work

Team collaboration

CDL license

Travel willingness

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Light source

Splicing equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Cable Splicer & Tester to join our growing telecom wireline team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on expertise in fiber optic and copper cable splicing, testing, and troubleshooting for large‑scale deployments. This role is critical to ensuring high‑quality network builds, customer satisfaction, and on‑time project delivery across multiple markets.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cable splicing, termination, and testing for both fiber optic and copper networks.
• Conduct OTDR, power meter, light source, and other industry‑standard tests to ensure cable integrity and quality.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair cable issues in both aerial and underground environments.
• Read and interpret splicing diagrams, schematics, and work orders.
• Maintain accurate documentation of splicing records, test results, and project deliverables.
• Follow safety standards and industry best practices while working in the field.
• Interface with project managers and team leads to provide status updates and ensure customer deliverables are met.
• Support multiple markets as needed with up to 75% travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cable Splicer & Tester in the telecom wireline industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of fiber optic and copper splicing techniques, testing equipment, and documentation standards.
• Ability to work independently and with teams in both aerial and underground construction environments.
• Familiarity with industry safety regulations and procedures.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license (company truck provided as needed).
• Willingness to travel between multiple markets.
• Bucket truck operation experience and CDL license preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay up to $35/hour (based on experience)
• Company truck provided (as needed)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 8 paid holidays
• Vacation time / personal time
• Opportunities to work on large‑scale, high‑profile projects across multiple regions
• Travel opportunities with covered expenses
• Growth potential within a national turnkey provider