Blue Stream Fiber

Fiber-based internet and TV for communities

Fiber Splicer

Telecom & Utility Field ServiceUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeFort Myers, FL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency.
Ability to read, write, and speak English; bilingual ability is a plus.
One to three years of fiber optic telecommunications experience.
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces and to distinguish colors.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel and stay overnight as required.
Proficiency using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment, including traffic meters, fusion splicers, power meters, visual fault locators, and optical time-domain reflectometers; experience with EXFO Fast Reporter using IOLM format.
Knowledge of applicable electronic equipment and specialty tools.
Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber.
Ability to read, understand, and update splice documentation.
Experience with Microsoft software, including PowerPoint, internet, email, and database software; proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.
Ability to organize and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

Prepare cables and enclosures; perform fusion splicing, verification testing, troubleshooting, and fiber optic cable repair.
Review, create, and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams using Matrix.
Maintain accurate splicing and field notes and support project timelines.
Perform end-to-end optical time-domain reflectometer testing, analyze results for acceptable loss readings, and provide closeout packages with pictures, formal loss results, and redlined schematic documentation.
Terminate and install a variety of fiber optic connectors and enclosures, including loose tube and ribbon fiber, on fiber cables up to 288-count.
Maintain the security of the outside fiber plant network, aerially and/or underground, throughout the area of responsibility.
Perform mid-sheath, ring-cut, and midspan cable entry without interrupting service.
Ensure personal and employee compliance with applicable safety standards, procedures, and work practices under OSHA, Future Infrastructure, or customer standards, whichever is higher.

Desired Qualifications

Fiber optic certification training is preferred but not required.
Bilingual ability is a plus.

The Fiber Spicer is primarily responsible for cable/enclosure prepping, fusion splicing, verification testing, troubleshooting and fiber optic cable repair. The Fiber Splicer will be required to review, create, and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams (Matrix). The candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate splicing and field notes along with supporting project timelines. They will also be performing end to end OTDR testing, analyzing test results for acceptable loss readings, and providing close out packages complete with pictures, formal loss results, and redlined schematic documentation.

Terminate, fusion splice and install a variety of fiber optic connectors and enclosures including both loose tube fiber and ribbon fiber up to an 288ct fiber cable.
Maintains the security of the outside fiber plant (OSP) network, either aerial and/or underground throughout area of responsibility.
Must be able to perform mid-sheath/ring cut/midspan entry on a cable without service interruption. Proficient in using fiber tools and fiber optic test equipment including traffic meters, fusion splicer, power meter, VFL and OTDR using EXFO Fast Reporter with IOLM Format
Knowledge of applicable electronic equipment and specialty tools.
Ability to troubleshoot damaged fiber, effectively and efficiently.
Must ensure that both he/she and all employees comply with proper safety standards/ procedures and work practices according to OSHA standards, Future Infrastructure and/or the customer, whichever standard is higher.
Ability to read, understand and update splice.

Microsoft software experience including Power Point, Internet, e-mail, and database software as required.
High School Diploma or equivalency, Fiber Optic Certification Training preferred, but not required.
Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Bilingual is a plus.
Ability to organize and prioritize effectively.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Power Point
1 -3 years fiber optic telecommunications experience required.
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces, be able to identify between colors.
Valid Driver’s License, acceptable driving record.
Must be able to travel/overnight stays as required.

About the Company

Blue Stream Fiber

Fiber-based internet and TV for communities

Blue Stream Fiber provides internet and TV services in Florida using a fiber network. It serves residential customers and community associations (HOAs and COAs) with bulk service agreements that cover entire neighborhoods. Services are delivered through a fiber-based broadband network and a mobile app that lets customers watch live TV, on-demand content, and recordings on their devices. The company earns recurring revenue from monthly subscriptions for internet and video packages. It differentiates itself with 24/7 customer support and a focus on customer service and ongoing network innovation. Its goal is to offer reliable, high-speed fiber connectivity and TV services to Florida communities, supported by easy bulk agreements for neighborhoods and strong customer care.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Coral Springs, FL
Founded: 1978

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