FTTH Fiber Splicing Technician

Hotwire Communications; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan with CompanyMatch

Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays

Hotwire Service Discounts

Job summary

Hotwire Communications in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Fiber Splicer to install and maintain FTTH networks, splice fiber, and troubleshoot faults in both underground and aerial sections.

The role requires hands-on field experience with fusion splicing equipment, OTDRs, and field test gear, plus strong English communication and a valid driver's license for on-site work and on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on field experience in fiber splicing and restoration.
• Proficiency with fusion splicing machine and test equipment.
• Excellent oral and written English communication.
• Valid state drivers license in the hire state.
• Knowledge of fiber optics and Metro Ethernet networks.

Responsibilities

• Prep and splice fiber optic cables; locate problem areas and repair as needed.
• Install and maintain FTTH transmission/reception equipment.
• Maintain network systems for private lines and diagnose service interruptions.
• Coordinate with System Engineers on test/turn-up procedures.
• Review engineering docs, schematics, fiber management systems and OTDR reports.
• Support field maintenance teams and on-call rotation.
• Keep documentation of changes and upgrades.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Field experience

English communication

Valid drivers license

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fusion splicer

OTDR

Fiber test equipment

Power meters

Job description

Hotwire Communications in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Fiber Splicer to install and maintain FTTH networks, splice fiber, and troubleshoot faults in both underground and aerial sections.

The role requires hands-on field experience with fusion splicing equipment, OTDRs, and field test gear, plus strong English communication and a valid driver's license for on-site work and on-call rotations.