Fiber Optics Technician

2 days ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States SCANLON FIBER OPTICS Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

Position: Fiber Optic Technician

Location: Scanlon Fiber Optics / Pittsburgh, PA

Key Responsibilities

  • Install & maintain fiber optic cables in aerial (poles, bucket trucks, extension ladders up to ~40 ft.) and underground environments (manholes, vaults).
  • Fusion splice & terminate single-mode, multimode, and ribbon fiber with quality control via OTDR or optical power meter testing.
  • Measure optical loss on each splice/connector to ensure network performance
  • Troubleshoot and repair outages, including those caused by storms, accidents, or environmental conditions, often on a 24/7 on-call basis.
  • Maintain documentation (splice records, termination box logs, test results, service reports).
  • Work safely and efficiently, following OSHA standards and using PPE during outdoor, confined space, and elevated work.
  • Provide excellent customer interaction, coordinating site access, communicating around disruptions, and resolving technical queries via phone or in person.

Qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/trade/vocational certification preferred
  • Experience:

  • 13 years in fiber optics or OSP (outside plant) environment

  • Hands-on with fiber splicing & testing equipment, OTDR, power meters, fusion splicer

  • Skills & Certifications:

  • FOA CFOT or equivalent fiber certification (CFOS splicing/testing/OSP) is a plus

  • Valid driver's license
  • Knowledge of network architectures and ability to read network diagrams/CAD/FTTx plans
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or project software (e.g., Excel, Outlook) is not needed, but preferred
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and detail-oriented mindset

Physical & Work Conditions

  • Able to lift ~7580lb. equipment, climb ladders, or work from bucket trucks up to ~50ft
  • Comfortable working indoors/outdoors, heat, cold, rain, snow, and in confined spaces
  • Flexibility for evening/weekend/overnight emergency calls and storm restoration work

Why Join Scanlon?

As observed in employee profiles, Scanlon values hands-on field experience, accurate documentation, and effective communication. If you enjoy problem-solving, working outdoors, and making a direct impact on network reliability, you'd be a strong fit.



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