Fiber Splicing Technician

Wecom • Prescott, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fiber Splicing Technician installs, splices, tests, troubleshoots, and maintains fiber optic cables that support telecommunications infrastructure projects. The position requires frequent travel, careful organization and cleanliness, and the ability to safely tow, position, set up, and operate a company splicing trailer. The technician reports to the Manager of Construction and is based in Prescott, Arizona.

The role includes fusion and mechanical splicing, connectorization, OTDR and insertion-loss testing, and troubleshooting to support reliable fiber network performance. The technician maintains accurate splice logs, documentation, and fiber maps; interprets network designs, splice plans, and OTDR traces; and coordinates with engineering teams, project managers, field technicians, contractors, and other stakeholders. The position also requires following safety protocols and keeping the trailer, workstation, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and stocked.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience as a Fiber Splicing Technician in the telecommunications and fiber industry.
• Proficiency in fusion splicing, OTDR testing, and troubleshooting fiber optic networks.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic telecommunications environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability in diverse project settings.
• Ability and willingness to travel, including overnight and extended assignments.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to meet company driving and insurance requirements.
• Hands-on experience towing a splicing trailer, including safe towing, backing, and job-site setup.
• Strong organization and commitment to maintaining a clean, professional work area.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in fiber optic splicing, telecommunications, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform fiber optic cable splicing, termination, and testing for telecommunications projects.
• Use fusion splicers, cleavers, and fiber optic tools to perform fusion splicing, mechanical splicing, and connectorization.
• Conduct OTDR testing, insertion-loss measurements, and quality checks to verify signal integrity and performance.
• Troubleshoot fiber optic network problems, identify breaks, attenuation, and signal loss, and take corrective action.
• Maintain splice logs, documentation, test results, and fiber maps.
• Coordinate splicing schedules and resolve technical issues with engineering teams, project managers, field technicians, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Follow safety protocols, PPE requirements, industry standards, and best practices for splicing, testing, equipment handling, and field work.
• Interpret fiber optic network designs, splice plans, and OTDR traces to support accurate splicing, route identification, and signal continuity.
• Prepare and handle cables, connectors, splices, pigtails, and splice closures, including stripping, cleaning, and dressing them.
• Safely tow, position, set up, and operate the company splicing trailer at job sites; perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the trailer and tow vehicle.
• Keep the splicing trailer, workstation, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Travel as needed, including overnight and extended assignments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental benefit options
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance resources
• Gym reimbursement up to $600 annually
• Paid weekly
• PTO accrual begins immediately with no waiting period
• 13 company-paid holidays annually
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%
• Cell phone reimbursement up to $50 per month
• Annual boot reimbursement up to $150 for field positions
• Ongoing leadership training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED