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Fiber Splicer/Tester
Fiber Splicer/Tester
Job ID: kt-882615
Richmond, VA, US
Information Technology
Contract,
$28 - $30
On-site
Other/Non Classified
Richmond, VA, US
$28 - $30
Contract,
Other/Non Classified
On-site
Information Technology
Job details
Fiber Splicer
A growing utility construction company is hiring a Fiber Splicer for its Richmond, VA operation. This is a full-time opportunity for an experienced telecommunications professional with hands-on expertise in fiber optic splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance. The ideal candidate will have experience working with single-mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon fiber and be comfortable using industry-standard equipment including EXFO, Fitel, and Sumitomo.
This is a great opportunity for a skilled Fiber Splicer to join a growing team and work on critical communications infrastructure projects across buried, underground, aerial, and building environments. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in quality work, can troubleshoot technical issues, and is comfortable working both independently and alongside a team. Candidates with bucket truck and confined space training will move to the front of the line, with opportunities to continue developing their technical skills and advance within the utility telecommunications industry.
Required Skills & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with fiber optic splicing and testing
- Experience using fusion splicing and optical testing equipment, including EXFO, Fitel, and Sumitomo
- Knowledge of single-mode and multimode fiber
- Knowledge of universal communications color codes
- Ability to read and interpret maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documentation
- Ability to troubleshoot basic technical problems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work in confined spaces
- Ability to supervise or provide direction to other team members
Desired Skills & Experience
- Bucket truck training
- Confined space training
- Utility pole and manhole awareness
- Experience working in buried, underground, aerial, and building environments
- Knowledge of CAT 3 and CAT 5 cabling
- Knowledge of riser, fiber optic, PVC, riser-rated, and plenum cable
- Understanding of plenum and PVC environments
- Experience performing optical continuity and conformance testing
What You Will Be Doing
- Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable, including single-mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon
- Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems and issues
- Review, interpret, and work with maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents
- Perform daily tests, checks, and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment
- Perform optical continuity and conformance testing
- Make splicing rearrangements on existing facilities
- Work across buried, underground, aerial, and building environments
- Follow established safety procedures and work practices
- Collaborate with team members while maintaining the ability to work independently
- Provide direction and supervision to other team members as needed
Tech Breakdown
- 50% Fiber Optic Splicing & Termination
- 20% Fiber Testing & Troubleshooting
- 15% EXFO, Fitel & Sumitomo Equipment
- 10% Fiber Documentation, Maps & Blueprints
- 5% Equipment Maintenance
Daily Responsibilities
- 65% Hands-On Fiber Splicing, Testing & Field Work
- 15% Troubleshooting & Quality Control
- 10% Team Collaboration
- 10% Supervision & Job Coordination
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