Service engineer

Job Description: Splicer – Optical Fiber

Job Summary

The Optical Fiber Splicer is responsible for installing, splicing, testing, and maintaining optical fiber cables to ensure reliable and high-quality network connectivity. The role involves field work, coordination with network teams, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform fusion and mechanical splicing of single-mode and multi-mode optical fiber cables

• Install, joint, terminate, and label fiber optic cables and accessories

• Conduct testing using OTDR, power meter, and light source to verify signal quality

• Identify and rectify fiber faults, cuts, or signal loss issues

• Maintain splice enclosures, patch panels, ODFs, and handholes

• Follow network design drawings, route plans, and work orders

• Ensure proper cable dressing, bending radius, and protection standards

• Coordinate with supervisors and network engineers for task completion

• Maintain records of splicing, testing results, and daily work reports

• Comply with safety, quality, and company operational guidelines

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of optical fiber splicing techniques and tools

• Ability to read fiber layouts and network diagrams

• Basic understanding of FTTH / FTTx / backbone networks

• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail

• Willingness to work outdoors, at heights, or in confined spaces

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Qualifications

• ITI / Diploma / Certification in Fiber Optics, Electronics, or Telecom (preferred)

• Minimum 0–2 years of experience in optical fiber splicing (can vary by level)

 Tools & Equipment Handled

• Fusion splicer and cleaver

• OTDR, power meter, light source

• Fiber stripping and cleaning tools

• Safety gear (helmet, gloves, harness, etc.)

Work Environment

• Field-based role involving outdoor and indoor network sites

• May require night shifts, emergency fault repair, and travel

• It is a Both Mechanic job for candidates with 6 months - 2 years of experience.