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Fiber Splicer

Millburn, NJ
Permanent

Fiber Optic Splicer
Position Type: Full-Time
Shift Availability: Day and Night Shifts Required (Flexible Schedule Needed)

Position Overview

Our client is hiring an experienced Fiber Optic Splicer to assist with telecommunications infrastructure initiatives. This role is best suited for a technician with practical experience in both outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) fiber environments, along with strong troubleshooting capabilities and a focus on safety, precision, and quality execution.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform fiber optic splicing activities in both OSP and ISP settings, including ribbon splicing, ribbonizing, and ribbon splitting within 288 and 428 fiber configurations
  • Complete splicing work within live network environments while minimizing downtime and maintaining service integrity
  • Conduct OTDR testing, analyze test results, and diagnose signal loss or network faults
  • Troubleshoot fiber connectivity issues and perform appropriate repair and restoration procedures
  • Operate, maintain, and properly handle fiber optic equipment including fusion splicers, mechanical splicers, cleavers, OTDR devices, and power meters
  • Utilize industry-standard hand tools such as fiber strippers, buffer tube splitters, and cable ring tools to prepare and manage fiber cabling
  • Ensure all work performed aligns with project specifications, company standards, and industry compliance requirements
  • Maintain accurate documentation, organized job sites, and proper equipment tracking and inventory
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of hands-on fiber optic splicing experience
  • Strong working knowledge of fusion splicing equipment, OTDR testing, power meters, and other fiber optic tools
  • Previous experience with fiber optic cable installation preferred
  • Must have experience working with live enclosures
  • Valid drivers license required, along with the ability to meet all driving, safety, medical, and drug screening requirements
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 254434973