Fiber Splicer

Job Description

Job Description

Reports To: Construction Manager
Travel Potential: TBD
Compensation: $30-$35

Company Profile

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

Build a Career. Build What Matters.

Job Summary

As the Fiber Splicing Technician, you will ultimately be responsible for splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber optic cable networks while ensuring high-quality workmanship and network reliability. You will perform fiber installations, network testing, documentation, and maintenance activities to support construction projects. As the Fiber Splicing Technician, your customers are telecommunications providers and internal Congruex construction teams, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through quality installations, accurate documentation, and safe work practices.

Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to)

• Perform fiber optic cable splicing, testing, troubleshooting, activation, and repair for underground and aerial fiber networks.
• Read splice matrices, engineering prints, maps, and redline drawings to complete fiber assignments accurately.
• Build, seal, maintain, and rehabilitate fiber optic cases, enclosures, tie points, and jumper cases while ensuring proper cable management.
• Conduct end-of-line network testing, verify light levels, perform case swaps, audits, and complete accurate project documentation.
• Pull fiber cable through conduit or existing duct systems using manual, mechanical, or blowing methods as required.
• Maintain a safe work environment while complying with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Required Qualifications

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of fiber optic splicing or telecommunications construction experience preferred.
• Experience with underground and aerial fiber optic construction, testing, troubleshooting, and cable activation.
• Experience reading engineering prints, splice matrices, utility maps, and construction documentation.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to splice, test, troubleshoot, and repair fiber optic cable networks.
• Ability to distinguish fiber colors and accurately complete fiber connections.
• Ability to read blueprints, splice diagrams, and job specifications.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
• Ability to safely operate in physically demanding environments, including confined spaces, ladders, and elevated work areas.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and follow direction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with fiber optic case swaps, audits, and rehabilitation of gel-filled enclosures.
• Experience pulling fiber cable using manual, mechanical, or blowing methods.
• Knowledge of telecommunications construction best practices and industry standards.
• Experience with fiber documentation, redlining, and network testing equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, push, pull, twist, and work in physically demanding positions for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, at heights, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to safely work around heavy equipment, machinery, and active construction sites.
• Ability to distinguish fiber colors and maintain visual and audible awareness of personnel, equipment, and surroundings.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and other applicable safety gear.
• Must be able to pass applicable pre-employment background screening and drug testing.

Congruex Culture & Benefits

Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company-paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company-paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee-paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more.

Additional Employment Information

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.