Field Fiber Optic Splicing Technician - Connect & Maintain

Aquila Corporation; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Travel Reimbursement

Job summary

Aquila Corporation is seeking an experienced Splicing Technician to support the installation, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of fiber optic networks in field environments.

You will operate OTDRs and fusion splicers, identify faults, verify fiber continuity, measure signal quality, and ensure work meets project specifications and company standards. Travel may be required based on project needs, and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in telecommunications, fiber optics, electronics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Fiber Technician, Fiber Splicer, or in a similar fiber optic telecommunications role preferred.
• Experience operating fiber optic testing and splicing equipment, including OTDRs, fusion splicers, optical testing equipment, computers, and specialized fiber tools.
• Knowledge of fiber optic cable, splice enclosures, network components, testing procedures, troubleshooting, and fiber optic construction practices.
• Valid driver's license required and ability to meet Company and insurance requirements for operating Company vehicles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a field team while maintaining strong attention to quality, accuracy, and safety.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with coworkers, homeowners, customers, contractors, and field personnel.
• Ability to safely lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds and handle splice enclosures, cables, tools, and telecommunications equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, repair, and maintain fiber optic cables and components.
• Examine and replace faulty or aging fiber optic cable and support scheduled maintenance activities.
• Prep and splice fiber lines and troubleshoot fiber optic problem areas.
• Use specialized testing equipment to identify faults, verify fiber continuity, measure signal quality, and diagnose network issues.
• Test, activate, and troubleshoot equipment after installation.
• Perform premises cabling and support underground and other fiber cabling requirements.
• Install and repair fiber lines in trenches and pedestals using appropriate hand tools and equipment.
• Assemble equipment according to design specifications.
• Maintain system records, designs, daily production paperwork, photographs, and accurate documentation of completed work.
• Perform basic daily maintenance of assigned Company vehicles, including fluid checks, cleanliness, and organization.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of fiber materials, tools, equipment, and supplies based on work assignments.
• Provide technical support for fiber optic construction, installation, activation, repair, and maintenance activities.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Fiber testing equipment

Customer service

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

OTDRs

Fusion splicer

Fiber testing equipment

Job description

Aquila Corporation is seeking an experienced Splicing Technician to support the installation, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of fiber optic networks in field environments.

You will operate OTDRs and fusion splicers, identify faults, verify fiber continuity, measure signal quality, and ensure work meets project specifications and company standards. Travel may be required based on project needs, and a valid driver's license is required.