Lead Splicing Technician

Essel; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Essel is seeking a Lead Cable Splicing Technician to oversee field service operations, manage heavy equipment, and drive fiber optic network deployment. You will lead outdoor installations, perform testing and troubleshooting, and ensure safety and quality across projects.

The role requires hands-on experience with telecom outside plant operations, fiber splicing methods, and IT infrastructure components. You will coordinate teams and document project progress in dynamic outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in field service roles with telecommunications outside plant operations.
• Strong knowledge of fiber splicing techniques and network deployment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as bucket trucks safely; outdoor work.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools including voltmeters, testing equipment, and schematics.
• Hands-on experience with hand tools, power tools, and low voltage wiring.
• Familiarity with LAN/WAN configurations and IT infrastructure concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate field service activities related to cable splicing and fiber installation.
• Operate bucket trucks safely to access elevated work sites.
• Troubleshoot network issues using voltmeters and test equipment.
• Install, splice, and test fiber optic cables outdoors per standards (NESC).
• Interpret schematics and engineering guides for accurate installations.
• Manage splicing projects from planning to documentation and quality control.
• Provide technical support for fiber, LAN/WAN, Ethernet, and telephony systems.

Skills

Field service

Fiber splicing

Outdoor installation

Heavy equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Tools

Bucket trucks

Voltmeter

Diagnostics tools

Schematics

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Cable Splicing Technician to oversee and execute complex telecommunications cable splicing and installation projects. In this role, you will lead field service operations, manage heavy equipment and specialized tools, and ensure the successful deployment of fiber optic systems and network infrastructure. Your expertise will drive the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of outdoor telecommunications networks, supporting the seamless delivery of high-speed data, voice, and fiber optic services. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead technical teams in outdoor environments while ensuring safety compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate field service activities related to telecommunications cable splicing, fiber optic network installation, and outside plant operations.
• Operate heavy equipment such as bucket trucks safely and efficiently to access elevated work sites.
• Utilize diagnostic tools, telecommunications testing equipment, voltmeters, and schematics to troubleshoot network issues and perform repairs.
• Install, splice, and test fiber optic cables within outdoor environments, ensuring adherence to industry standards such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering troubleshooting guides to execute precise cabling and network infrastructure installations.
• Manage telecommunications cable splicing projects from start to finish, including planning, execution, quality control, and documentation.
• Provide technical troubleshooting support for fiber optic systems, LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), Ethernet configurations, telephony systems, and low voltage electrical components.

Requirements

• Proven experience in field service roles involving telecommunications outside plant operations and fiber optic systems installation.
• Strong knowledge of telecommunications cable splicing techniques, fiber splicing methods, and network infrastructure deployment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as bucket trucks safely; climbing skills are essential for outdoor work environments.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools including voltmeters, telecommunications testing equipment, and interpreting schematics or technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with hand tools, power tools, construction techniques, electrical work, and low voltage wiring.
• Familiarity with computer networking concepts including LAN/WAN configurations, Ethernet cabling, IT infrastructure components, and telephony systems.
• Knowledge of safety standards such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) applicable to outdoor telecom operations.
• Excellent engineering troubleshooting skills coupled with a proactive approach to problem-solving in outdoor settings.
• Construction experience in outdoor environments with a focus on telecommunications or electrical projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret technical schematics accurately; experience with telecommunication schematics is preferred.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with team members and providing technical support when needed.

Join us as a Lead Cable Splicing Technician if you’re passionate about building reliable telecom networks while leading teams in dynamic outdoor environments! Your expertise will help deliver critical connectivity solutions that keep communities connected every day!