Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technician
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Do NOT repeat the job title as a heading. So we need to include sections only if posting has real specific content.
We have content: About Forged Fiber (mission, etc.) That's like "About the role"? Actually "About Forged Fiber" is company description. Could be "About the role"? The role description is "The Role Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technicians install...". So we could have sections: About the role (maybe combine company mission and role description). But we need to follow headings list: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
We have responsibilities: "The Main Responsibilities" list.
We have requirements: "What We Look For In a Candidate" includes Main Requirements Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications.
We have skills: maybe part of requirements.
We have Pay: "Compensation" includes location based pay ranges: $34.65 - $42 Hourly.
We have Schedule: "Schedule, Travel & On-Call" includes full-time; typical 8-hour shifts etc.
We have Benefits: "Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks..."
Thus we can create sections: About the role (maybe combine company mission and role overview), Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe combine required and preferred?), Qualifications (maybe separate?), Skills (maybe part of requirements), Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
But we must not create sections with filler. Ensure each heading has substantive content.
We need to use for each heading. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose.
We must not repeat job title as heading. So we won't have heading "Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technicians". We'll embed that in prose.
We must drop boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. So we remove EEO paragraph, background screening, etc. Also remove "What To Expect Next Background Screening" etc. Also remove "Employers can only use E-Verify..." etc. Also remove "Equal Employment Opportunities" etc. Also remove copyright line.
We need to preserve all substantive information: company mission, role description, responsibilities list, requirements (required qualifications), preferred qualifications, schedule, compensation, benefits.
We need to avoid repeating content.
Let's extract substantive paragraphs:
About Forged Fiber mission: "At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions. Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence."
The Role description: "Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technicians install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable in support of construction, operations, maintenance, and emergency restoration across our fiber networks. Work Location: 6651 141st Ave NW Ramsey MN 55303"
We could include work location in About the role paragraph.
Responsibilities list: bullet points under "The Main Responsibilities". Let's list them:
- Install, splice (single-fiber, multi-fiber, and ribbon), and test fiber optic cable for construction projects, which may include maintenance, and emergency restoration
- Troubleshoot and isolate fiber faults using tools such as OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifier, scope, and fault finder; save and send test files and documentation
- Prepare, install, audit, and repair splice cases/enclosures (aerial, buried, handholes, and manholes), including mid-span/mid-sheath splices across multiple cable types
- Perform dark fiber, reel, and continuity testing; complete routine repairs to restore service and maintain route integrity
- Place and test jumpers in communication cabinets and perform fiber panel/case audits
- Complete aerial and underground work as required (e.g., re-lashing/attaching cable, manhole work with gas detection/ventilation, pit work and shoring activities)
- Read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps, diagrams/schematics, permits or any other documents and/or work orders to complete work accurately
- Ability to read and/or create As-Builts
- Coordinate with construction crews, contractors, Business Partners, and Network/Construction Engineering to resolve outages and meet project schedules; provide detailed field splicing reports when required
- Use company-assigned electronic devices for work orders, diagnostics, documentation, and communication
- Follow all quality and safety requirements, including applicable OSHA and other regulatory/company policies
- Perform all work according to quality control guidelines, regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, NESC), and company procedures and standards
- Ability to perform or learn the skill for Optical Line Terminal (OLT) work, including test and turnup, troubleshooting and repairs for Remote Terminal / Central Office (RT/CO) facilities
That's a lot; we keep them as list items.
Requirements: "Main Requirements Required Qualifications" list:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid state driver’s license and ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record; ability to drive company vehicles safely
- 2+ years of relevant fiber splicing/telecom outside-plant or related experience (or equivalent training/experience)
- Working knowledge of hand and power tools; proficiency with fusion splicer, OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, and inspection scope
- Ability to read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps, diagrams/schematics, permits or any other documents and/or work orders; strong attention to detail and documentation skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with team members, contractors, and multiple agencies
- Basic computer skills (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word) and ability to use electronic devices for field documentation and work orders
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work effectively
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and varied terrain
- Ability to work in confined spaces (e.g., manholes, handholes, splice pits, crawl spaces/attics as applicable) with required safety practices (e.g., gas detection/ventilation)
- Ability to climb and work at elevations exceeding 18 feet (ladders/poles) while following safety and equipment requirements
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing/walking for extended periods and routinely lifting up to 75 lbs
- Ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, standby rotation, and accept call-outs as needed
- Successful completion of applicable employment assessments/interviews and required background screening consistent with law
Preferred Qualifications list:
- Prior experience performing single-fiber, multi-fiber, and ribbon splicing
- Prior experience working with outside plant (OSP) construction and restoration activities
- Experience auditing splice cases/panels and identifying quality issues or inconsistencies
- Basic coursework or certification in fiber cable splicing/maintenance
- DOT certification (if required by assignment)
- Ability to tow a trailer or willingness to acquire this skill
Schedule, Travel & On-Call:
- Full-time; typical 8-hour shifts generally fall between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.; actual start/end times vary by assignment
- Mandatory overtime may be required and may include weekends and holidays
- May occasionally be assigned to work out of town for varying lengths of time
Compensation:
- Location Based Pay Ranges: $34.65 - $42 Hourly
- Also description: "This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors."
We can include that prose.
Benefits:
- "Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing."
We could elaborate but that's it.
Now we need to decide sections.
We could have:
About the role
with paragraph containing company mission + role description + work location.
Responsibilities
with list.
Requirements
maybe combine Required and Preferred? But we have separate headings Qualifications and Skills. Could do:
Qualifications
with Required Qualifications list.
Preferred Qualifications
maybe not in list but we could include under Qualifications as separate Preferred Qualifications
but not in given list. The instruction says use headings e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. It doesn't forbid other headings? It says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Likely they expect only those headings. So we should map content to those headings.
Thus we need to fit content into those categories.
- About the role: company mission + role overview.
- Responsibilities: list of duties.
- Requirements: maybe required qualifications.
- Qualifications: maybe preferred qualifications? Or we could treat Requirements as required, Qualifications as preferred? But they are similar. Could also put skills under Skills.
- Skills: maybe list of specific skills like proficiency with tools, reading prints, communication, computer skills, etc.
- Benefits: benefits description.
- Pay: compensation range.
- Schedule: schedule details.
We need to avoid duplication.
Let's assign:
About the role: mission + role description + work location.
Responsibilities: the Main Responsibilities list.
Requirements: Required Qualifications list.
Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications list.
Skills: maybe we can extract skill-specific items from requirements that are skill-based: proficiency with fusion splicer, OTDR, etc.; ability to read/interpret prints; strong written/verbal communication; basic computer skills; ability to work independently; ability to work outdoors; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to climb; ability to perform physically demanding work; ability to work overtime; etc. But many overlap with requirements. Could just put a concise list of skills: "Proficiency with fusion splicer, OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, inspection scope; ability to read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps; strong written and verbal communication; basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word); ability to work independently and prioritize; ability to work outdoors in all weather; ability to work in confined spaces with safety practices; ability to climb above 18 ft; ability to lift up to 75 lbs; ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays."
But we must preserve all substantive information; we cannot omit details. If we put skills section, we need to ensure we don't lose any required qualification details. However we already have Required Qualifications in Requirements section; we can keep them there. Skills section could be a subset but we risk duplication. The instruction says "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So maybe we don't need Skills section if we already have Requirements covering skills. But we need to include a section only when posting has real specific content for it. The posting does have skill details, but they are already captured in Requirements. Could we omit Skills section? Probably yes, to avoid thin sections. But we need to include Pay and Schedule sections because they have specific content.
Thus we will have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Benefits, Pay,
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose. We must not repeat job title as heading. So we won't have heading "Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technicians". We'll embed that in prose. We must drop boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. So we remove EEO paragraph, background screening, etc. Also remove "What To Expect Next Background Screening" etc. Also remove "Employers can only use E-Verify..." etc. Also remove "Equal Employment Opportunities" etc. Also remove copyright line. We need to preserve all substantive information: company mission, role description, responsibilities list, requirements (required qualifications), preferred qualifications, schedule, compensation, benefits. We need to avoid repeating content. Let's extract substantive paragraphs: About Forged Fiber mission: "At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions. Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence." The Role description: "Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technicians install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable in support of construction, operations, maintenance, and emergency restoration across our fiber networks. Work Location: 6651 141st Ave NW Ramsey MN 55303" We could include work location in About the role paragraph. Responsibilities list: bullet points under "The Main Responsibilities". Let's list them: - Install, splice (single-fiber, multi-fiber, and ribbon), and test fiber optic cable for construction projects, which may include maintenance, and emergency restoration - Troubleshoot and isolate fiber faults using tools such as OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifier, scope, and fault finder; save and send test files and documentation - Prepare, install, audit, and repair splice cases/enclosures (aerial, buried, handholes, and manholes), including mid-span/mid-sheath splices across multiple cable types - Perform dark fiber, reel, and continuity testing; complete routine repairs to restore service and maintain route integrity - Place and test jumpers in communication cabinets and perform fiber panel/case audits - Complete aerial and underground work as required (e.g., re-lashing/attaching cable, manhole work with gas detection/ventilation, pit work and shoring activities) - Read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps, diagrams/schematics, permits or any other documents and/or work orders to complete work accurately - Ability to read and/or create As-Builts - Coordinate with construction crews, contractors, Business Partners, and Network/Construction Engineering to resolve outages and meet project schedules; provide detailed field splicing reports when required - Use company-assigned electronic devices for work orders, diagnostics, documentation, and communication - Follow all quality and safety requirements, including applicable OSHA and other regulatory/company policies - Perform all work according to quality control guidelines, regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, NESC), and company procedures and standards - Ability to perform or learn the skill for Optical Line Terminal (OLT) work, including test and turnup, troubleshooting and repairs for Remote Terminal / Central Office (RT/CO) facilities That's a lot; we keep them as list items. Requirements: "Main Requirements Required Qualifications" list: - High school diploma or equivalent - Valid state driver’s license and ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record; ability to drive company vehicles safely - 2+ years of relevant fiber splicing/telecom outside-plant or related experience (or equivalent training/experience) - Working knowledge of hand and power tools; proficiency with fusion splicer, OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, and inspection scope - Ability to read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps, diagrams/schematics, permits or any other documents and/or work orders; strong attention to detail and documentation skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with team members, contractors, and multiple agencies - Basic computer skills (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word) and ability to use electronic devices for field documentation and work orders - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work effectively - Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and varied terrain - Ability to work in confined spaces (e.g., manholes, handholes, splice pits, crawl spaces/attics as applicable) with required safety practices (e.g., gas detection/ventilation) - Ability to climb and work at elevations exceeding 18 feet (ladders/poles) while following safety and equipment requirements - Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing/walking for extended periods and routinely lifting up to 75 lbs - Ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, standby rotation, and accept call-outs as needed - Successful completion of applicable employment assessments/interviews and required background screening consistent with law Preferred Qualifications list: - Prior experience performing single-fiber, multi-fiber, and ribbon splicing - Prior experience working with outside plant (OSP) construction and restoration activities - Experience auditing splice cases/panels and identifying quality issues or inconsistencies - Basic coursework or certification in fiber cable splicing/maintenance - DOT certification (if required by assignment) - Ability to tow a trailer or willingness to acquire this skill Schedule, Travel & On-Call: - Full-time; typical 8-hour shifts generally fall between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.; actual start/end times vary by assignment - Mandatory overtime may be required and may include weekends and holidays - May occasionally be assigned to work out of town for varying lengths of time Compensation: - Location Based Pay Ranges: $34.65 - $42 Hourly - Also description: "This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors." We can include that prose. Benefits: - "Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing." We could elaborate but that's it. Now we need to decide sections. We could have:
About the role
with paragraph containing company mission + role description + work location.Responsibilities
with- list.
Requirements
maybe combine Required and Preferred? But we have separate headings Qualifications and Skills. Could do:Qualifications
with Required Qualifications list.Preferred Qualifications
maybe not in list but we could include under Qualifications as separatePreferred Qualifications
but not in given list. The instruction says use headings e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. It doesn't forbid other headings? It says usefor section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Likely they expect only those headings. So we should map content to those headings. Thus we need to fit content into those categories. - About the role: company mission + role overview. - Responsibilities: list of duties. - Requirements: maybe required qualifications. - Qualifications: maybe preferred qualifications? Or we could treat Requirements as required, Qualifications as preferred? But they are similar. Could also put skills under Skills. - Skills: maybe list of specific skills like proficiency with tools, reading prints, communication, computer skills, etc. - Benefits: benefits description. - Pay: compensation range. - Schedule: schedule details. We need to avoid duplication. Let's assign: About the role: mission + role description + work location. Responsibilities: the Main Responsibilities list. Requirements: Required Qualifications list. Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications list. Skills: maybe we can extract skill-specific items from requirements that are skill-based: proficiency with fusion splicer, OTDR, etc.; ability to read/interpret prints; strong written/verbal communication; basic computer skills; ability to work independently; ability to work outdoors; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to climb; ability to perform physically demanding work; ability to work overtime; etc. But many overlap with requirements. Could just put a concise list of skills: "Proficiency with fusion splicer, OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifiers, inspection scope; ability to read and interpret construction prints, splice diagrams, design maps; strong written and verbal communication; basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word); ability to work independently and prioritize; ability to work outdoors in all weather; ability to work in confined spaces with safety practices; ability to climb above 18 ft; ability to lift up to 75 lbs; ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays." But we must preserve all substantive information; we cannot omit details. If we put skills section, we need to ensure we don't lose any required qualification details. However we already have Required Qualifications in Requirements section; we can keep them there. Skills section could be a subset but we risk duplication. The instruction says "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So maybe we don't need Skills section if we already have Requirements covering skills. But we need to include a section only when posting has real specific content for it. The posting does have skill details, but they are already captured in Requirements. Could we omit Skills section? Probably yes, to avoid thin sections. But we need to include Pay and Schedule sections because they have specific content. Thus we will have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Benefits, Pay,