Fiber Optic Splicing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: From $25.00 per hour

About Us:

Planet Networks is filled with humble, life-long learners who are eager to help one another, and the company succeed. We lead with curiosity and aim for the highest, never shying away from taking calculated risks and embracing ambiguity as it comes. Here, the opportunities are limitless for those who dare to pursue bold ideas that exist just beyond the boundary of possibility.
We are looking for a Fiber Optic Splicing Technician to support Planet Networks expanding operations. You will be responsible for shingle and mass fusion fiber splicing; preparation, installation, testing and repair of fiber optic cable.

What Youll Do:

• Perform cable installation, construction, maintenance, and repair works
• Possess knowledge in all types of splicing activity, fiber and safety test equipment and use of all types of fiber construction equipment
• Locate and repair faults to maintain existing network without causing signal failure interruptions.
• Validate and test end-to-end service provisioning for the fiber network
• Confirm accurate cable terminations on cross connect, patch panels, hubs, and routers
• Review site surveys, conditions discrepancy reports, design drawings, technical manuals for fiber installation feasibility
• Understand construction prints and splice schematics
• Read and interpret existing fiber records, on maps or in the field
• Install and dress fiber optic cabling within splice enclosures and various fiber termination panels (indoor and outdoor)

Who You Are:

• Strong attention to detail
• Passion for accuracy
• Self-motivated and able to work alone
• Experienced with fiber cable construction, splicing and repair; 3 years preferred
• Proficient with hand tools, including cable jacket and buffer tube strippers, crimpers and diagnostic equipment is essential

Benefits & Compensation:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonuses with opportunity to earn equity
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation (PTO)

Work Location: In person

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.