Fiber Technician

Pay: $21-$35

Job Title: Fiber Technician

Job Description

As a Fiber Technician, you will be responsible for splicing various types and sizes of fiber optic cables, including single-mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon cables. You will analyze and troubleshoot basic technical issues, review and interpret maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents, and perform daily tests, checks, and maintenance on splicing and testing equipment. Additionally, you will conduct optical continuity and conformance testing and make splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in diverse work locations such as buried, underground, aerial, and building environments.

Responsibilities

• Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable, including single-mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon.

• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical issues.

• Review, interpret, and work with maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents.

• Perform daily tests, checks, and maintenance on splicing and testing equipment.

• Conduct optical continuity and conformance testing.

• Make splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial, and building work locations.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction, assembly, splicing, wiring, cable, and electrical work.

• Proficiency in working with single-mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon cables.

• Skilled in OTDR and Power Meter Testing.

• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

• Experience in terminations and use of hand tools.

• Knowledge of optics, general labor, telecommunication, fiber optic, and fiber optic installation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in construction, telecom, underground work, and splicing.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Work Environment

Work outdoors with varying temperatures depending on the location of the task.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South Bend,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.