OSP Fiber Splicing Technician

Viaero Wireless; Grand Island (NE); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid lodging for travel

Food per diem

Equipment provided

Descripción de la vacante

Viaero Fiber Networks is seeking experienced Fiber Splicing Technicians to splice, test, and repair fiber networks in diverse outdoor environments. Regional travel is required and a valid driver’s license with a clean record is essential.

The role emphasizes technical precision, equipment handling, and safe operations. Lodging is provided during travel, with per diem for meals and all fusion/testing gear supplied by the company.

Formación

• 1+ year experience as Fiber Splicing Technician or telecommunication splicing.
• Must be 21+ with valid driver’s license and clean driving record; able to pass DOT physical.
• Must pass pre-employment checks including background, MVR, and substance screening.
• Proficient in cable prep and splice closure techniques; fiber splicing, testing & troubleshooting.
• Able to use hand tools safely and effectively.
• Comfortable with MS Windows environments.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Familiar with email clients and configurations.
• Experience in wire fishing and pulling.
• Able to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Maintain professional appearance.
• Learn and follow PPE protocols.
• Work with power/hand tools.
• Strong time management and organization.
• Team player who collaborates well.
• Commitment to safety and proper documentation.
• On-call rotations after training.
• Effective communicator with subscribers and teams.
• Basic understanding of network routing concepts.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather.
• Proactive mindset and execution.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsabilidades

• Perform fiber optic splicing, testing and terminations.
• Conduct splicing including mass ribbon, fusion, single node and testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair fiber optic networks.
• MDU/MTU fiber installations.
• Select routes and complete drop bury forms for residential/business fiber plant.
• Drop burials and route fiber into data closets.
• Maintain required tool supply.
• QA/QC installs and relay feedback concisely.
• Use hand tools for cable management and installation.
• Collaborate with field service teams for efficient operations.

Conocimientos

Fiber Splicing

Driver's license

DOT Certification

Background check

Splicing

Testing & troubleshooting

Hand tools

MS Windows

Analytical thinking

Email clients

Wire fishing

Lifting 80 lb

Professional appearance

PPE

Power tools

Time management

Team player

Safety

Documentation

On-call

Communication

Network basics

Outdoor work

Proactivity

Multitasking

Herramientas

None

Descripción del empleo

We have an opportunity for experienced and skilled OSP Fiber Splicing Technicians to join our team! The ideal candidates will be responsible for the splicing of new cable, testing, repair of existing cable, troubleshooting. Regional travel required. Must be dependable, have a great driving record, and be drug free. Pay depends on level of experience and competency. Compensation includes paid lodging for travel and food per diem. All fusion and testing equipment provided.

At Viaero Fiber Networks, our Fiber Splicers plays a critical role in the deployment, maintenance, and repair of our outside plant fiber optic infrastructure. They’re responsible for splicing fiber optic cables, testing and troubleshooting fiber paths, and ensuring high-quality standards for network performance and reliability. This position requires a combination of technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in various outdoor environments.

Duties

• Perform fiber optic cable splicing, testing and terminations.
• Conduct fiber splicing including mass ribbon, fusion, single node, and perform testing using specialized equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair issues in fiber optic networks.
• MDU/MTU fiber installations.
• Select routes and fill out drop bury forms for residential/business fiber plant.
• Drop burials.
• Dress and route fiber into data closets and work areas.
• Obtain and maintain company required tool supply.
• QA/QC installs performed by peers and relay information succinctly.
• Utilize hand tools for cable management and installation.
• Collaborate with field service teams to ensure efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Fiber Splicing Technician (at least 1 year of experience with telecommunication splicing)
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver’s license with good driving record, and ability to pass a DOT Physical/Certification.
• Must have the ability to pass pre-employment checks, which include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and substance screening, following federal law.
• Proficiency in cable prep and splice closure techniques, fiber splicing, testing & troubleshooting
• Ability to use hand tools effectively and safely
• General Knowledge of Microsoft OS
• Use critical thinking to work through problems in a logical manner
• Understanding of email clients and how to configure them
• Experience in wire fishing and pulling
• Ability to properly lift 80 pounds
• Maintain a professional and presentable appearance
• Learn and follow PPE protocols
• Knowledge and ability to work with power/hand tools
• Time management and organizational skills. Prompt attendance to work and scheduled job sites.
• Capable of being part of a team and working closely with other team members
• Safe handling of all products and preforming all assigned tasks
• Accurate paperwork (time sheets, change orders, delivery tickets)
• On-call rotations once trained to a competent level
• Ability to effectively communicate with subscriber and organization when working advanced troubles
• Understand the basics of network routing protocols
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions
• Proactive thinking and execution abilities
• Results oriented and ability to manage multiple priorities

Physical Requirements

• Raise objects up to 80 lbs.
• Remain upright on feet for extended periods.
• Remain stationary for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate information.
• Ability to crouch and crawl.
• Move on foot up to 10 miles per day.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and stand.
• Ability to crawl in tight spaces.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladder.
• Ability to carry tools and equipment.
• Ability to observe details at far range.
• Ability to operate hand tools and equipment.