Fiber Splicing Technician II — Field Ops Expert

AT&T; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Forged Fiber is seeking a Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technician to install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable across construction projects. This role supports maintenance, restoration, and goal of reliable open-access fiber network delivery.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in fiber splicing/telecom outside-plant, proficiency with fusion splicers/OTDRs, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Full-time, on-site in Tacoma, WA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of fiber splicing/telecom outside-plant experience or related.
• Proficiency with fusion splicer, OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, and inspection scope.
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps and specs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, standby rotations, and call-outs.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable for construction projects, including maintenance and restoration.
• Troubleshoot and isolate fiber faults using OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, scope, and fault finder; save test files and documentation.
• Prepare, install, audit, and repair splice cases/enclosures (aerial, buried, handholes, u-poles) across multiple cable types.
• 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 (re-lashing/attaching cable, manhole work with gas detection/ventilation, pit work and shoring).
• Read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps, diagrams/schematics, permits or other documents/work orders.
• Coordinate with construction crews, contractors, Business Partners, and Network/Construction Engineering to resolve outages and meet project schedules; provide detailed field splicing reports.
• Use company devices for work orders, diagnostics, documentation, and communication.
• Follow quality and safety requirements including OSHA and NESC; perform work per procedures and standards.
• Learn or perform Optical Line Terminal (OLT) work including testing and turnup for RT/CO facilities.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Reading construction prints

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Safety compliance

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. This role supports maintenance, restoration, and goal of reliable open-access fiber network delivery.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in fiber splicing/telecom outside-plant, proficiency with fusion splicers/OTDRs, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Full-time, on-site in Tacoma, WA.