How to hire a fiber optic splicer

How to hire a fiber optic splicer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step fiber optic splicer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a fiber optic splicer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new fiber optic splicer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a fiber optic splicer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A fiber optic splicer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, fiber optic splicers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of fiber optic splicer salaries for various roles:

   Type of Fiber Optic Splicer	Description	Hourly rate
   Fiber Optic Splicer	Line installers and repairers, also known as line workers, install or repair electrical power systems and telecommunications cables, including fiber optics.	$13-32
   Locator	A locator or utility locator is a professional who is responsible for locating, identifying, and marking underground utilities before the start of construction or other projects in an area. Locators are required to read maps and blueprints to determine where utilities are located and protect those underground utilities from damage during excavation... Show more	$10-27
   Communications Technician	A communications technician utilizes their expertise in electronics by diagnosing issues and repairing devices ranging from cellphones, laptops, tablets, and more. They are responsible for troubleshooting and discussing the extent of malfunction with clients... Show more	$13-43

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Hand Tools
   • Ladders
   • OTDR
   • Fiber Optic Cables
   • Power Meters
   • Bucket Truck
   • OSP
   • Color Code
   • Test Equipment
   • OSHA
   • Safety Standards
   • Loose Tube
   • Telecommunication
   • Broadband

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   Responsibilities:

   • Used and maintain both single and mass fusion fiber optic splicing machines and various test equipment including OTDR.
   • Operate OTDR, IOLM, and various test equipment to troubleshoot and isolate damage cable and restore service.
   • Install MTRJ, SC, LC at various FBI locations.
   • Run, splice, terminate, and trouble shoot cat-5 cat-6 and coax cables.
   • Practice locating, installing, and testing DSL, VRAD, VOIP, REGEN, and wireless equipment.
   • Test T1's, T3s, DS1s, DS3s, carrier access channel banks, and D4 channel banks.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your fiber optic splicer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A fiber optic splicer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, fiber optic splicers' average salary in alaska is 48% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level fiber optic splicers 58% less than senior-level fiber optic splicers.
   • Certifications. A fiber optic splicer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a fiber optic splicer's salary.

   Average fiber optic splicer salary

   $44,077yearly

   $21.19 hourly rate

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   Entry-level fiber optic splicer salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

4. Writing a fiber optic splicer job description

   A good fiber optic splicer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a fiber optic splicer job description:

   Fiber optic splicer job description example

   The Fiber Optic Splicer is responsible for the installation, support, and troubleshooting of fiber equipment/LVC for commercial and residential buildings on the Pavlov Media fiber backbone. This position will also be responsible for the installation of fiber enclosures.
   We will have fiber to the home installations in Lavon, Corinth, and Lake Dallas area.
   Primary Responsibilities:
   • Maintain a customer first attitude to ensure customer satisfaction
   • Travel to each assigned site as needed to complete work orders
   • Share information and provide feedback to internal teams on a consistent basis
   • Field calls, emails, and work orders from Pavlov Media HQ
   • Demonstrate effective troubleshooting skills and the ability to use them
   • Understand network diagrams and other technical manuals
   • Assist with upkeep on network documentation and product training materials
   • Ensure that network quality meets Pavlov Media standards
   Desired Skills:
   • “Customer First” service-oriented approach
   • Professional communication, demeanor, and appearance
   • Time-Management, prioritization and multi-tasking abilities
   • Reliable and responsible team player
   • Strong problem-solving skills
   • Quickly adapt to changes in processes, procedures and priority
   • Proficient with LVC and fiber optic installations in commercial and residential buildings
   • Ability to mechanically/fusion splice Fiber Optic Cables
   • Aptitude to interpret, maintain, and create fiber optic splice maps
   • Proven ability to troubleshoot connectivity issues
   • Capable to assemble fiber enclosure and cans
   • Ability to fasten and secure enclosures to building structures
   • Strong understanding networking devices and wireless access points Experience Requirements and Positives:
   • Two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
   • Two (2) years of successful deployment experience in LVC and/or fiber installations
   • Two (2) years of experience with experience in troubleshooting networking issues
   • Must have experience with the techniques, application and installation of grounding, Cat5, fiber optics, LAN/WAN networks
   • Be on your feet for long periods of time
   • Ability to lift 75 pounds
   • Ability to use hand tools
   • Current driver license
   • Pass a drug test

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find fiber optic splicers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your fiber optic splicer job on Zippia to find and recruit fiber optic splicer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit fiber optic splicers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new fiber optic splicer

   Once you've found the fiber optic splicer candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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