Fiber Splicer

Job Details

Location:

Parsons, TN 38363
Type:
Full Time
Travel:
Up to 25%
Category:
Utilities

In this role, you will splice and test fiber optic cables in aerial, underground, and indoor physical field environments. The position requires meticulous attention to detail in setting up splice locations, termination points, splice quality, work environment safety, and general fiber optic construction. It will involve workdays, nights, weekends, and holiday work and is a safety‑sensitive position.

• Splicing on new construction and restoration projects for a variety of cable types (loose tube, ribbon, micro, OPGW, etc.).
• Active splicing activity in cables with both dark fiber and lit services.
• Conduct and validate testing of all network equipment to ensure adherence to all requirements and equipment manufacturer’s specifications.
• Work with the Network Operations Center for final acceptance and testing of all newly installed equipment and rings. Tests include validation of provisioning, alarm monitoring to the NMS (Network Management System), and network switch protection.
• Work with fiber‑optic test equipment including OTDR, OLTS, power meters, visual fault locator, etc.
• Perform site survey of remote locations to ensure quality installation of racks, fiber cable, etc. Report defects to the fiber manager and/or OSP Field Engineers.
• Label and tag all equipment and cabling according to Network Engineering Diagrams.
• Perform advanced analysis and troubleshooting of problems/issues while assisting customers.
• Participate in on‑call rotation schedule for nights and weekends.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as required and assigned.
• Update and change remote site equipment (hardware and software) as necessary.
• Complete and maintain hard‑copy and/or electronic records of work completed on assignments including splice diagrams, patch panels, and test results.
• Interface with customers and carriers to support service delivery and assurance.
• Work independently for extended periods.
• Respond to customer troubles on a 24‑hour basis.
• Work closely with Inspectors, Engineering, and customers.

Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of projects, and smooth operation of the department.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• One (1)+ years of experience in splicing, testing, installation, maintenance, and repair of fiber‑optic networks and/or Outside Plant fiber experience, or a minimum of two (2) years of field experience.
• Prior work experience with base station equipment, NMS, equipment installation, and maintenance, and experience in both the construction, installation, and maintenance phases preferred.
• Prior use of Volt/Ohm meter, RF power meter, frequency sweep equipment, spectrum analyzer, fault‑locating equipment, and battery conductance meters preferred.
• Knowledge of Outside Plant Construction techniques (aerial & underground) preferred.
• Working knowledge of NESC, NEC, and OSHA standards preferred.
• Experience splicing ribbon and loose tube cables.

• Excellent organizational/administrative skills.
• Self‑motivated team player.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Customer service skills with a strong problem‑solving approach.
• Possession or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operation (e.g., vehicle with bucket lift).
• Knowledge of fiber‑optics termination panels.
• Will be required to travel to customer and/or project sites with exposure to heavy equipment and environmental conditions over 90% of the time.
• Position requires on‑call rotation involvement.
• Will be operating DOT registered vehicles.
• Must be in compliance with DOT regulations.

The work environment includes physical activity indoors or outdoors, exposure to hot and cold temperatures, all‑weather conditions, possible work at extreme heights, in construction sites, or…