Outside Plant Fiber Tech II: Splicing & Testing

Conterra Ultra Broadband; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Conterra Ultra Broadband seeks an Outside Plant Tech II in El Paso, TX to support fiber deployment and maintenance. You will splice, terminate, test, and document fiber routes, ensuring service reliability and adherence to engineering specifications.

The role requires hands-on fiber optics experience, equipment operation knowledge, and a valid CDL with a clean driving record. A background check and drug screen are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Experience in modern Fiber Splicing Techniques for the Telecommunications Industry
• 2 years Fiber optic field splicing experience and test equipment
• 2 years' experience and OSHA certification for operating bucket truck capable of reaching 40'
• Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required
• Clean Driving Record
• Must complete I-9 E-verify form; pass a drug screen; pass a background check and orientation

Responsibilities

• Preps, terminate, splice, bonds/grounds and tests fiber optic equipment to division standards OSP Aerial and Underground
• Perform ring cuts, butt-splices, enter splice cases on live fiber without affecting existing services
• Perform fiber tests with OTDRs, light source and meters
• Provide accurate equipment location, splicing and terminating records for the fiber database and interpret engineering drawings
• Monitor, communicate and perform corrective actions to fix problems affecting any fiber or related equipment
• Install/replace enclosures and other fiber related telecom equipment as required

Education

High school diploma, or equivalent

Tools

fusion splicer

mechanical splicer

OTDR

power meters

traffic identifiers

digital multimeters

cleavers

strippers

buffer tube splitters

cable ring tools

hand tools

toners

duct rodders

ladders

bucket trucks

Job description

Conterra Ultra Broadband seeks an Outside Plant Tech II in El Paso, TX to support fiber deployment and maintenance. You will splice, terminate, test, and document fiber routes, ensuring service reliability and adherence to engineering specifications.

The role requires hands-on fiber optics experience, equipment operation knowledge, and a valid CDL with a clean driving record. A background check and drug screen are part of the process.