Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
Fiber Splicer
Splice and test fiber optic networks, ensuring quality and safety on construction sites.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Test and troubleshoot fiber optic network continuity. • Operate testing equipment (OTDR, power meter, Max Tester, etc.) and resolve common network challenges. • Prepare fiber splice enclosures (Tyco, CommScope, Corning) using fusion splicers. • Apply fiber design knowledge to read documentation, assess light levels and dB loss. • Work on outdoor utility construction sites, including ladder and bucket‑truck tasks. • Maintain high safety standards and quality workmanship. • Solve complex problems with a hands‑on approach.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸fiber testing
- ▸otdr operation
- ▸splice preparation
- ▸design review
- ▸site work
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
The Fiber Splicer is responsible for producing end‑to‑end fiber optic networks with a focus on quality and reliability. Responsibilities include testing and troubleshooting continuity, operating testing equipment, preparing splice enclosures such as Tyco, CommScope, and Corning, and using tools like fusion splicers, OTDRs, DWDM, CWDM, OLTS, power meters, and Max Tester. The role also requires knowledge of fiber design, reading documentation, understanding light levels and dB loss, and working on outdoor utility construction sites. Successful candidates prioritize safety and bring 3‑5 years of fiber splicing and troubleshooting experience. They excel at solving complex problems, are comfortable working on ladders or bucket trucks, and adapt to varied shifts with overtime. MOS codes V80B, B05A, 3D157, 6423, and 5699 align well with this position. • Possess 3–5 years of fiber splicing and troubleshooting experience. • Flexibly work varied shifts and overtime as needed.
Requirements
- ▸fiber splicing
- ▸otdr
- ▸dwdm
- ▸3‑5 years
- ▸safety
- ▸fusion splicer
Benefits
The position offers $30‑$45 per hour, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes financial security (401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, life and disability insurance, Red Wing boot voucher), health and wellness (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program), and work‑life balance (paid time off, holidays, family/medical leave, sick time). A $1,000 referral incentive is provided for successful hires. • Earn $30–$45 hourly pay based on experience. • Receive 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, and life/disability insurance. • Access medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts. • Benefit from paid time off, holidays, family/medical leave, and sick time. • Get a $1,000 referral bonus for successful hires.
Work Environment
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