Remote Fiber Optic Splicer II – OSP/ISP

SOLV Energy; Colorado; On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy, a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designs, builds, and maintains utility-scale solar, battery storage, and high-voltage substations nationwide. The Fiber Optic Splicer 2 will splice and test fiber cables both underground and above ground, create and maintain splicing schematics, and document field work with precision.

The role is fully remote with discussion of location during interview; travel is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of fiber optic fusion splicing experience.
• Experience fusion splicing and mechanical connector terminating.
• Able to splice outside plant direct buried fiber.
• Able to splice armored and non-armored loose tube fiber.
• Experience using OTDRs for testing; Fluke Versiv and EXFO a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform splicing and testing of fiber optic cables in indoor and outdoor settings, ensuring precision and adherence to technical specifications.
• Diagnose and resolve fiber optic issues efficiently, utilizing appropriate tools and techniques to maintain network integrity.
• Analyze test results to identify and rectify discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of splicing operations, test results, and network configurations.
• Train and support entry‑level technicians, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on fiber optic networks, including inspecting and cleaning fibers and connectors.
• Manage splicing tools and equipment inventory, ensuring all necessary tools are in good working condition.
• Stay current with advancements in fiber optic technology and techniques; pursue certification as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Fiber fusion splicing

Outside plant splicing

Armored fiber splicing

OTDR testing

Splicing materials knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Splicing certificate

Tools

Fluke Versiv

EXFO

AFL splicing materials

Job description

SOLV Energy, a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designs, builds, and maintains utility-scale solar, battery storage, and high-voltage substations nationwide. The Fiber Optic Splicer 2 will splice and test fiber cables both underground and above ground, create and maintain splicing schematics, and document field work with precision.

The role is fully remote with discussion of location during interview; travel is required.