Fiber Splicer

Fiber Splicer

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world's most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo's 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo's communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.

The Fiber Splicer is responsible for installing, splicing, testing, restoring, and maintaining fiber optic infrastructure throughout the Greater Los Angeles area. This role supports both planned construction projects and emergency restoration activities on aerial, underground, and indoor fiber networks.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced metropolitan environment. Work will include nights, weekends, holidays, and participation in an on-call rotation supporting critical customer networks.

Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, such as OPT, TN, H1B or any other type of work visa, now or in the future.

What You'll Do

• Splice and restore fiber optic cables including loose tube, ribbon, micro cable, Rapid cable, and other cable types.
• Perform fusion splicing on both dark fiber and active (lit) services.
• Install, turn up, test, provision, and troubleshoot SONET, WDM, Ethernet, and optical transport equipment.
• Conduct OTDR, Optical Power Meter, BER, PMD, Optical Spectrum Analyzer, and other fiber acceptance testing.
• Interpret splice diagrams, engineering drawings, and network documentation.
• Complete accurate splice records, test documentation, and electronic work reports.
• Coordinate with Zayo's Network Operations Center (NOC) for provisioning, testing, alarm validation, and service acceptance.
• Troubleshoot outages and respond to emergency restoration events while maintaining service level commitments.
• Perform site surveys and verify proper installation of cabinets, racks, power systems, fiber distribution equipment, and related infrastructure.
• Label and document all network assets according to engineering standards.
• Interface professionally with customers, municipalities, utilities, contractors, and permitting agencies.
• Support hardware and software upgrades at remote network locations.
• Follow all company safety policies, traffic control requirements, and California work zone regulations.

Los Angeles Market Experience Preferred

Candidates with experience working throughout the Greater Los Angeles region are highly valued, including familiarity with:

• Dense urban and downtown construction environments
• Utility coordination and joint-use infrastructure
• Underground conduit systems and aerial distribution networks
• Data center and carrier hotel connectivity
• Emergency fiber restoration in high-traffic metropolitan areas
• Traffic control and safe work practices on busy roadways
• Working in varying weather conditions and extended travel throughout Southern California

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree or equivalent technical experience preferred
• Valid California Driver's License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Two to five (25) years of telecommunications experience in fiber splicing, installation, maintenance, or outside plant construction
• Experience reading engineering prints and splice documentation
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation for emergency restoration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with: OTDR, Optical Power Meter, BER Test Sets, Optical Spectrum Analyzer
• SONET, WDM, Ethernet, MPLS, and IP transport networks
• Fiber distribution panels, AC/DC power systems, rectifiers, and network equipment installation
• Network Management Systems (NMS)
• Bucket truck operation or aerial lift equipment
• Utility locating and damage prevention practices
• California traffic control standards

Military telecommunications experience is welcomed and highly valued.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Customer-focused mindset
• Ability to remain calm during network outage restorations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders, work in aerial lifts, vaults, and confined spaces
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods
• Ability to travel throughout the Greater Los Angeles area as business needs require

Compensation

Estimated hourly pay range: $25.76 $39.61 per hour

Actual compensation is determined based on experience, certifications, geographic location, and overall qualifications.

The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.

Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

Benefits, Rewards & Wellness

• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

Zayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.