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Description A SLICFiber Construction Fiber Splicing Technician installs, maintains, and repairs fiber optic cables and equipment for high-speed data networks. Key duties include splicing cables, testing connectivity (using OTDR/power meters), troubleshooting outages, and installing infrastructure in aerial or underground settings. They work outdoors or indoors, ensuring network reliability within Company & Industry Standards. Key Responsibilities · Installation: Installing fiber optic cable (fiber-to-the-home/FTTH), conduits, and demarcation enclosures. · Splicing: Performing fusion or mechanical splicing on single or multi-count fiber cables. · Testing & Troubleshooting: Utilizing specialized equipment like Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR), power meters, and light sources to measure signal loss and locate faults. Strong cognitive problem-solving abilities · Maintenance: Inspecting and repairing damaged, broken, or degraded cable infrastructure. · Documentation: Ability to read prints/schematics electronically, & on paper, Maintain accurate records of splice locations, test results, and network mapping. · Safety & Compliance: Following strict safety protocols, including working aloft at heights (bucket trucks or ladders) or in confined spaces, able to lift & carry up to 50 Lbs. · Reliability : Self-disciplined, ability to prioritize work, work independently, & be productive with limited supervision. Some overtime, weekend, or Holiday work may be required, as well as “on Call”. Requirements • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required • Telecommunications Installation or Construction experience preferred • Willingness to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions • Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new skills • Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to quality & safety