Splicer

Join a growing fiber-optic network provider powering businesses and organizations across the Greater Houston area through 5,500+ miles of fiber infrastructure and 3,300 on-net locations. With coverage spanning 9 counties and a 100% fiber network built for speed, reliability, and scalability, the organization offers local travel only, overtime opportunities, professional development, and internal advancement opportunities while supporting critical telecommunications infrastructure throughout the Houston area. The Splicer will support the reliability and expansion of a high-performance fiber network by splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and restoring fiber infrastructure throughout the Greater Houston area. This hands-on field position requires 24/7 scheduling flexibility, including availability for night shifts, overtime, weekends, and emergency outage response . All travel is local to the Greater Houston area. Responsibilities Perform fiber-optic splicing, terminations, testing, troubleshooting, and restoration in indoor and outdoor environments. Fusion splice loose-tube and ribbon fiber-optic cable, including mid-sheath splicing. Perform OTDR testing and retrieve, review, and process OTDR traces. Read and interpret network maps, fiber routes, and detailed splicing documentation. Research and verify fiber routes across various field environments. Respond to network outages and support restoration activities during scheduled and after-hours assignments. Operate fusion splicers, power meters, OTDRs, light meters, aerial lifts, ladders, and related field equipment. Complete work orders, bills of materials, splice case audits, labor records, and field documentation. Coordinate site access and work activities with customers, contractors, and internal teams. Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in accordance with safety and operational requirements. Ensure completed work meets established quality and safety standards. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. At least 2 years of comparable fiber-optic experience or training required. Experience fusion splicing loose-tube and ribbon fiber-optic cable. Experience performing mid-sheath fiber splicing. Proficiency with fiber splicing, OTDR testing, terminations, troubleshooting, and restoration. Ability to interpret network maps, fiber routes, and splicing documentation. Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record required for operation of company vehicles. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of job-related driving record and background checks. 24/7 scheduling availability required, including ability to work night shifts, overtime, weekends, after-hours assignments, and emergency outage response. Ability to travel locally throughout the Greater Houston area. Ability to safely operate aerial lifts, ladders, fiber-testing equipment, and related field tools. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and provide required personal hand tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr