Fiber Splicing Technician II - Field Connectivity Pro

AT&T; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Forged Fiber is hiring a Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technician to install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cables across our networks. You will support construction, operations, maintenance, and emergency restoration with attention to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include reading prints, coordinating with crews, and completing field splicing reports. Candidates should have 2+ years in fiber splicing or related telecom work and be able to work outdoors in all weather

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 relevant fiber splicing/telecom outside-plant or related experience (or equivalent training/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.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with team members, contractors, and multiple agencies.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word) and ability to use electronic devices for field documentation and work orders.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and varied terrain.
• Ability to work in confined spaces (e.g., manholes, handholes, splice pits, crawl spaces/attics as applicable) with required safety practices (e.g., gas detection/ventilation).
• Ability to climb and work at elevations exceeding 18 feet (ladders/poles) while following safety and equipment requirements.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing/walking for extended periods and routinely lifting up to 75lbs.
• Ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, standby rotation, and accept call-outs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice (single-fiber, multi-fiber, and ribbon), and test fiber optic cable for construction projects, including maintenance and emergency restoration.
• Troubleshoot and isolate fiber faults using OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, scope, and fault finder; save and send test files and documentation.
• Prepare, install, audit, and repair splice cases/enclosures (aerial, buried, handholes, and manholes).
• Perform dark fiber, reel, and continuity testing; complete routine repairs to restore service and maintain route integrity.
• Place and test jumpers in communication cabinets and perform fiber panel/case audits.
• Complete aerial and underground work as required (e.g., re-lashing/attaching cable, manhole work with gas detection/ventilation).
• Read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps, diagrams/schematics, permits or any other documents and/or work orders to complete work accurately.
• Coordinate with construction crews, contractors, Business Partners, and Network/Construction Engineering to resolve outages and meet project schedules; provide detailed field splicing reports when required.

Skills

Strong written & verbal communication

Ability to read construction prints

Safety conscious

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

fusion splicer

OTDR

optical power meter

fiber identifiers

inspection scope

Job description

Forged Fiber is hiring a Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technician to install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cables across our networks. You will support construction, operations, maintenance, and emergency restoration with attention to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include reading prints, coordinating with crews, and completing field splicing reports. Candidates should have 2+ years in fiber splicing or related telecom work and be able to work outdoors in all weather