Fiber Splicing Technician

About us

Founded in 2022 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Omni Fiber delivers what people expect from their Internet service provider: blazingly fast Internet speeds, unbeatable reliability, 100% in-home coverage, and best-in-class local customer service. We keep things simple, and that means no contracts, no hidden fees, no data caps, no installation fees, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Enjoy the fast pace and entrepreneurial spirit of a start-up without the risk! We are fully funded and backed by one of the largest investment firms in the telecommunications industry.

Job Summary:

The Fiber Splicer Technician is responsible for the maintenance and installation of FTTP, FTTDP, FTTN/FTTLA projects, night maintenance, new build and emergencies. Willing to travel and be on call, self-motivated, team player and hard working. The Fiber Splicer Technician will be assigned job functions related to the installation and maintenance of the company's Broadband network primarily as it relates to the fiber network, including the splicing and troubleshooting of fiber optic cable. Network Fiber Technicians will splice, troubleshoot, install, and maintain equipment essential to the broadband network and will be required to be part of an on-call rotation.  Ability to prep and splice fiber via mechanical fusion methods; Ability to splice large count fibers via tube or ribbon method; Ability to access the fiber optic splicer enclosure and splice the necessary fibers directly from a ladder; Able to troubleshoot and repair problems utilizing optical test equipment such as OTDR, Fiber Identifier and Fiber Scope; Prep, tray, and splice fiber optic cable ranging from single fiber to 288 count as well as perform ring cut when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Perform testing and turn-ups of subscriber drops in both inside and outside plant environment; Perform power meter testing; All other duties as required.
• Perform an assortment of tasks required to make cross-connects on fiber distribution frames and testing of fiber optic cables, using OTDR (optical time-domain reflectometers) and Power meter and Source.
• Perform an assortment of tasks to install and maintain equipment of the fiber broadband network.
• Perform an assortment of tasks associated with fiber optic splicing, including fusion splicing and splice closure preparation during approved times or maintenance windows.
• Locate underground fiber-optic cables.
• Perform record-keeping tasks associated with daily activities, including material usage forms and other plant maintenance forms.
• Perform tasks associated with splicing cut sheets and splicing diagrams.
• Perform an assortment of tasks related to preventive maintenance of the fiber network (aerial and underground), including performing regular inspections of fiber paths, removing trees, rehanging splice closures and snowshoes, etc.
• Maintains buildings and grounds to ensure they are safe, presentable, and in good working order.
• Operate bucket truck safety, climb ladders, and operate other equipment using safe practices.
• Perform minor preventative maintenance on vehicles assigned to the employee. These tasks include checking and adding oil in the engine, antifreeze/coolant in the engine, water in the battery, windshield washer liquid, and air in the tires.

 Qualifications:

• Skill in operating personal computer, MS Office products smart phone and various software packages and Web-bases products
• Skilled in basic electricity and electronics.
• Skilled in basic knowledge of computer programs.
• Skilled in basic safety principles.
• Skilled in problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees across departments courteously and professionally.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects.
• GED or High School diploma required.
• Fiber splicing overview training that includes sending light over fiber and knowledge and use of optical time domain reflectometers (OTDRs), basic networking training, basic fiber training, and fusion splicing and OTDR experience preferred.
• Heavy work: Lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. A job in this category requires a good deal of walking, standing, and sitting with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that he or she can also do medium, light, and sedentary work.

Compensation:

• $22.00-$25.00 an hour based on Experience

• Other Benefits: In accordance with and subject to applicable Company plans and policies you will also be entitled to participate in the standard benefits made available to other employees of the Company from time to time including but not limited to:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • 401K matchup to 4%
  • Life Insurance
  • 3 weeks of PTO time
  • $50/month cellphone allowance
  • $50/month Internet allowance
  • 8 Paid Holidays and 3 Floating Holidays