Senior Fiber Splicer & Field Lead

unitekexternal; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UniTek Global Services is seeking a mid to senior level Splicer to perform aerial and underground fiber installation, splicing, and maintenance. The role includes leading field work and coordinating splice activities across teams using OTDR, OSAMs, tunable light sources, and related equipment.

The candidate should have 2+ years in cable construction or engineering, strong fiber splicing skills, and the ability to work independently or as a foreman in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in cable construction or engineering with understanding of HFC architectures.
• Experience splicing fiber in telecom/utility environments preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret splice docs and maps.

Responsibilities

• Terminate, splice, and install fiber connectors and enclosures for loose tube and ribbon fiber.
• Operate fiber test equipment including fusion splicer, power meter and OTDR.
• Troubleshoot damaged fiber and read splice documentation.
• Travel as required and be available for standby periods as scheduled.
• Climb poles and perform aerial and underground fiber construction tasks.
• Maintain accurate records and maps of splice locations and materials.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Cable installation

Reading maps/plans

Safety procedures

Education

2+ years in cable construction/engineering

Tools

Fusion splicer

OTDR

Power meter

OSAM

Job description

UniTek Global Services is seeking a mid to senior level Splicer to perform aerial and underground fiber installation, splicing, and maintenance. The role includes leading field work and coordinating splice activities across teams using OTDR, OSAMs, tunable light sources, and related equipment.

The candidate should have 2+ years in cable construction or engineering, strong fiber splicing skills, and the ability to work independently or as a foreman in a fast-paced environment.