Fiber Splicing Tech II — Field Solutions Expert

AT&T; Minneapolis, Saint Paul, BLOOMINGTON (MN, MN, MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Voluntary lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Forged Fiber is seeking a Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technician to install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable across construction projects and emergency restoration. You will work at locations including outdoor manholes, splice pits, and cabinets, ensuring route integrity and quality control.

The role requires hands-on experience with fusion splicers and testing equipment, the ability to read prints, and strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid state driver’s license and ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record; ability to drive company vehicles safely.
• 2+ years of fiber splicing/telecom outside-plant or related experience.
• Working knowledge of hand and power tools; proficiency with fusion splicer, OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, and inspection scope.
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps, diagrams/schematics, permits or any other documents and/or work orders; strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, test fiber optic cable for construction projects and emergency restoration.
• Troubleshoot fiber faults using OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, and fault finder; document tests.
• Prepare, install, audit, and repair splice cases/enclosures (aerial, buried, handholes, manholes).
• Perform dark fiber, reel, and continuity testing; complete routine repairs to restore service.
• Place and test jumpers in cabinets and perform fiber panel/case audits.
• Read construction prints and diagrams to complete work accurately; create As-Builts if required.
• Coordinate with crews and partners to resolve outages and meet project schedules; provide detailed field splicing reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading construction prints

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fusion splicer

OTDR

Optical power meter

Fiber identifiers

Inspection scope

Job description

Forged Fiber is seeking a Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technician to install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable across construction projects and emergency restoration. You will work at locations including outdoor manholes, splice pits, and cabinets, ensuring route integrity and quality control.

The role requires hands-on experience with fusion splicers and testing equipment, the ability to read prints, and strong safety awareness.