Fiber Splicing Technician

Responsibilities:

1. Installation and Deployment:
2. • Install and deploy fiber optic cables, including both aerial and underground installations, following company standards and safety protocols.
3. Splicing and Terminations:
4. • Perform fiber optic splicing, terminations, and connectorization to ensure proper signal transmission and connectivity.
5. Testing and Troubleshooting:
6. • Conduct testing and troubleshooting of fiber optic cables and systems using specialized equipment such as OTDRs and optical power meters to identify and resolve issues promptly.
7. Maintenance and Repairs:
8. • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on fiber optic infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
9. Documentation:
10. • Maintain accurate records of fiber optic installations, repairs, and maintenance activities, including cable routes, splice locations, and test results.
11. Safety Compliance:
12. • Adhere to safety guidelines and regulations while working with fiber optic cables, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others.
13. Customer Interaction:
14. • Interact with customers professionally and courteously, addressing their inquiries and concerns related to fiber optic services.
15. Collaboration:
16. • Collaborate with team members, including project managers, engineers, and other technicians, to coordinate work activities and ensure project deadlines are met.
17. Continuous Learning:
18. • Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to fiber optics through training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications or training in fiber optics preferred.
• Proven experience working as a fiber optic technician or in a related field.
• Proficiency in fiber optic splicing, terminations, and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with fiber optic equipment and tools, including fusion splicers, cleavers, and OTDRs.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic cabling standards and protocols.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in various weather conditions and environments.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Founded in 2018; Fiber Optic Solutions, LLC is an end to end provider of turn-key optical network planning, installation and maintenance.

At FOS we strive to know our clients, understand their end goals and take pride in making them a reality through intense focus on our core company values: safety, integrity and hard work.
Our state of the art project management process is second to none in terms of quality, consistency, transparency and customer service.