Field Fiber Optic Splicer: Install, Test & Restore

Cascade Process Controls dba Mako CPC; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascade Process Controls dba Mako CPC is hiring a Fiber Optic Splicer responsible for installing, splicing, testing, and maintaining fiber optic cables to ensure reliable network performance. This role supports underground and aerial fiber systems and requires working outdoors in varied conditions.

The position involves splicing, preparing cables, installing networks, testing with OTDRs, troubleshooting signal loss, and maintaining splice records while ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiber optic splicing or telecommunications work.
• Knowledge of fiber color codes, cable types, and network architecture.
• Ability to operate fusion splicer, fiber cleaver, OTDR and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform splicing of fiber optic cables in both new construction and maintenance environments.
• Prepare cables by stripping, cleaning, and cleaving fibers prior to splicing.
• Install and repair aerial and underground fiber networks.
• Conduct testing using equipment such as OTDRs and power meters.
• Troubleshoot issues like signal loss, fiber breaks, and connectivity problems.
• Read and interpret fiber schematics, splice diagrams, and network maps.
• Maintain accurate splice records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures.
• Work in outdoor environments, confined spaces, or elevated positions.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Telecommunications work

Reading schematics/diagrams

Tools

Fusion splicer

Fiber cleaver

OTDR

Job description

Cascade Process Controls dba Mako CPC is hiring a Fiber Optic Splicer responsible for installing, splicing, testing, and maintaining fiber optic cables to ensure reliable network performance. This role supports underground and aerial fiber systems and requires working outdoors in varied conditions.

The position involves splicing, preparing cables, installing networks, testing with OTDRs, troubleshooting signal loss, and maintaining splice records while ensuring safety compliance.