Fiber Splice Technician

Description

Job Title: Fiber Splice Technician

Company: Blue Jay Communications

Location: Varies, Project Driven – Travel Required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Type: $25-$35/hour

About Blue Jay Communications: Blue Jay Communications is part of the STG Family of Companies. Guided by our purpose, Building to Improve Lives, we provide telecommunications infrastructure solutions including fiber, underground, aerial, and engineering services.

Job Summary:

As a Fiber Splice Technician, you will serve as the technical lead in the field, performing fiber splicing, testing, activation, troubleshooting, and documentation activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform end-to-end splicing on aerial and underground fiber optic cables.
• Use OTDRs, power meters, and light-level testing equipment.
• Diagnose splice loss, attenuation, and network issues.
• Interpret blueprints, splice diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Create accurate as-built documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Manage daily production reports and material reconciliation.
• Maintain organized inventories of tools and hardware.
• Communicate professionally with property owners and residents.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Experience with fusion splicing and fiber architecture.
• Experience with Google Earth, EXFO/OTDR software, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to read splice matrices and technical PDFs.
• Ability to perform aerial and underground field work.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass drug screening and background check.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Paid time off plus paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance