Long Haul Fiber Splicer – Traveling Field Work

Zero dB Comm; Spokane, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

No out-of-pocket travel expenses

401(k) with Company Match

Medical (including an HSA)

Dental

Vision

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Zero dB Communications is seeking an itinerant field-based position for fiber optic projects across the western United States, requiring regular travel and adaptability to multiple sites.

The role travels from home to project sites with up to 80% travel, 40–70 hour weeks, and no out-of-pocket travel expenses. Compensation ranges from $20 to $40 per hour, with weekly pay and standard benefits in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft applications.
• Desirable field engineering or project lead experience."

Responsibilities

• Travel to and work at assigned project sites as required.
• Support field engineering and project leads on site.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Strong computer skills

Self-starter

Willingness to travel

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Join the Team That’s Building the Future of Fiber!

Zero dB Communications (ZdB) is one of the West Coast’s fastest-growing full-turnkey fiber optic contractors. Founded in 2011 and led by Zach Kuhlmann, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality design, engineering, construction, splicing, and testing across the western United States. From FTTH and Metro-E to long-haul P2P, data center builds, and 24/7 emergency response, we take on the industry’s toughest projects—and we do them right. If you want to join a team known for precision, reliability, and tackling complex fiber challenges, ZdB is where you belong.

Description:

This is an itinerant field-based position, requiring travel from home to assigned project sites. Work assignments vary based on operational needs, and travel may extend beyond your primary region. Candidates must be comfortable with regular travel and adaptable to changing deployment requirements.

What’s in it for you?

• Weekly pay!
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to gain valuable skills
• No out-of-pocket expenses for business needs including travel

Voluntary benefits offered:

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical (including an HSA)
• Dental
• Vision
• Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour based on experience.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• At least 1 year of previous experience in the fiber optic field is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company’s minimum safety standard. CDL Preferred but not required.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft applications.
• In-depth understanding of technology-based services, products and networking.
• Desirable work experience includes field engineering and project lead responsibility.
• Able to meet physical requirements: climb ladders, work in confined spaces and/or various heights, lift and/or move up to 75 lbs., squat, kneel, bend, crawl and stand for long periods of time.
• Enjoy working outdoors in all types of weather.
• Self-starter with positive attitude and willingness to work.

Schedule:

• This role follows a 40–70 hour weekly schedule, structured as 3–4 weeks on with periodic Sunday rest days as needed, then 7–10 days off
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, evenings and additional hours as needed
• Travel is required and will be up to 80% of the assigned duties.

Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment screen, to include a drug test and an acceptable driving record. This is a safety sensitive position.