Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technician Colorado Springs/Englewood, CO

About the role

The Fiber Tech II - Splicing Technician role at Forged Fiber involves installing, splicing, testing, and troubleshooting fiber optic cable for construction, operations, maintenance, and emergency restoration across the company's fiber networks. The position requires a high level of technical expertise and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice (single-fiber, multi-fiber, and ribbon), and test fiber optic cable for construction projects, maintenance, and emergency restoration.
• Use tools such as OTDR, optical power meter, fiber identifier, scope, and fault finder to troubleshoot and isolate fiber faults.
• Prepare, install, audit, and repair splice cases/enclosures (aerial, buried, handholes, and manholes).
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word).
• 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).
• Ability to climb and work at elevations exceeding 18 feet (ladders/poles).
• 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.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
• 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.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word).
• 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).
• Ability to climb and work at elevations exceeding 18 feet (ladders/poles).
• 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:
• 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.

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.

Pay

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Location-based pay ranges from $34.65 to $42 per hour.

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.

What to Expect Next

• Background Screening: If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.
• Employment: Forged Fiber participates in E-Very and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use E-Very once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
• Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of Forged Fiber to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.