Splicing Technician

Position Overview

Location: Cincinnati, OH. Team Fishel is interviewing for highly qualified Splicing Technicians in our Cincinnati, Ohio office. This excellent career opportunity is within our Low Voltage Technologies Solutions division. Splicing Technicians will assist Crew Leaders/Senior Technicians by completing projects safely, on time, and in accordance with customer specifications for quality. Since 1936, Team Fishel has been known as the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction—driven by safety, high performance, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable including single mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon.
• Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical problems or issues.
• Review and interpret maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents.
• Perform daily tests, checks, and maintenance of splicing and testing equipment.
• Conduct optical continuity and conformance testing.
• Make splicing adjustments on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial, and building work locations.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Experience Required: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical field.
• Working knowledge of using various fusion splicing and optical testing equipment including Alcoa Fujikura, GN Net Test, EXFO, Fitel, and Sumitomo.
• Ability to identify and understand the differences between Multi-mode and Single-mode fibers; CAT 3 and CAT 5 cables; Riser; Fiber optic; PVC, riser-rated and plenum cables; and Plenum and PVC environments.
• Familiarity with universal communications color codes.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Utility pole/manhole awareness with bucket truck and confined space training.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Must meet company minimum driving standards, possess a good driving record, and be able to operate a company vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Focused on safety at all times to protect customers, the public, and teammates.
• Flexible schedule including 45-50 hour work weeks, some weekends, some 2nd/3rd shifts, and on-call availability.
• Reliable with a strong commitment to punctuality for both shop and customer job-sites.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates excellent customer service skills.
• Driven to learn quickly and committed to continuous personal and professional development.

Benefits & Perks

• Health Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Leave Benefits
• Teammate Assistance Program