Splice Manager

Wire 3 is dedicated to providing affordable, high-speed, and high-bandwidth internet services to households in our local communities. Our mission is to deliver the best internet experience in Florida while providing exceptional customer care. With cutting-edge fiber optic technology, Wire 3 ensures ultra-fast, reliable connections, minimizing disruptions and maximizing your online experience. Backed by private equity, Wire 3 is on a trajectory of rapid growth and seeks driven, talented individuals to join our passionate and collaborative team.

About the role

The Splice Manager oversees and executes new production splicing activities across Wire 3’s assigned markets in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama. Based in Daytona Beach, FL, this role manages the splicing schedule end-to-end, coordinates post-splice testing with field technicians, and ensures completed splicing work meets Wire 3 standards. The Splice Manager reports to the VP of OSP and serves as a key coordination point between the PMO and OSP Managers to align splicing production with overall project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Review and oversee the master splicing schedule across active production areas, ensuring internal and contractor crews are sequenced efficiently and aligned with overall construction and turn-up timelines.
• Schedule field technicians for the post-splice testing process using the Wire 3 Portal, confirming testing is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Quality-check completed splicing work in the field and remotely, verifying compliance with Wire 3 splicing standards, testing thresholds, and documentation requirements.
• Coordinate with PMO and Engineering to review splice charts and lite paths, communicate splicing status, flag schedule risks, and resolve production bottlenecks.
• Identify root causes of failed or substandard splices and coordinate corrective action or re-work with the responsible crew or contractor.
• Track and report splicing production metrics including completion rates, test pass/fail rates, and schedule variance; report status to OSP leadership.
• Ensure proper documentation of splice closures, test results, and as-built records within the Wire 3 Portal.
• Confirm safety and quality standards are followed by all splicing crews; escalate non-compliance as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of fiber optic splicing methods, OTDR and light-level testing, and post-splice test procedures.
• Experience scheduling and managing distributed field technician crews across multiple markets.
• Comfort working within project management and production tracking platforms such as the Wire 3 Portal or similar systems.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to work effectively across PMO, OSP Managers, and field crews.
• Ability to travel across Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Alabama markets as needed.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing required; all tools required to perform the job are provided by the company.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in fiber optic splicing required.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or vocational training in fiber optics a plus.

Physical Requirements

• This is a market-based role requiring regular travel across Wire 3’s active construction markets in FL, GA, SC, and AL.
• Work is performed in both field environments and remotely; must be able to work in outdoor conditions as required.
• Based out of Daytona Beach, FL.

Benefits

• Salary + Bonus Eligible.
• Company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
• Dynamic environment with diverse growth opportunities.
• Emphasis on learning and development to support career and personal growth.
• Work-life balance.
• 120 hours paid time off (PTO) after 90-day probation period.
• 40 hours of paid sick leave.
• 6 major paid holidays off.
• 401(k) plan with company match.