Fiber/Coax Splicer - Wireline

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.

As a Fiber/Coax Splicer, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!

As a Fiber/Coax Splicer, you are responsible for building and maintaining end-to-end fiber optic and coaxial networks. You take pride in doing the job right, striving to be the best, and tackling challenges head-on.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work on the pre-installation/construction side of telecom projects.

• Splice and test larger fiber counts off the mainline (commonly 48-288+), including single fiber, ribbon, and loose tube.

• Work with both coax trunk lines (500+ counts) and feeder lines; conduct aerial and underground (UGE) splicing as required.

• Operate fusion splicers and standard testing equipment, including OTDR (1310, 1550, DWDM, CWDM), OLTS, Max Tester, and power meters, troubleshooting issues as needed.

• Prep and install fiber splice enclosures (Tyco, Commscope, Corning, etc.) to ensure high-quality connections.

• Apply fiber engineering knowledge to interpret designs, documentation, light levels, and dB loss.

• Work in outdoor utility construction environments, often in varying weather conditions.

• Support the crew and follow leadership direction to ensure safe and successful project completion.

About You:

• Safety-focused with a hands-on approach and a proven track record of high-quality work.
• 3-5 years of fiber splicing and troubleshooting experience, with at least 2 years of coax splicing on mainline/trunkline projects.
• Experience with provision and turn-up on optical nodes preferred.
• Skilled in using splicing and testing equipment, including OTDR, fusion splicer, and power/light meters.
• Able to read and interpret designs, blueprints, splicing schematics, and complete daily paperwork (as-built drawings).
• Comfortable working on, driving, and operating a bucket truck; experience working at heights and climbing with gaffs preferred or willing to learn.
• Flexible, team-oriented, and willing to work overtime as needed, including on-call on a rotating schedule.
• Valid Driver's License with a clean record; CDL preferred.
• Problem-solver who enjoys hands-on challenges and working collaboratively with the team.

MOS Codes V80B, B05A, 3D157, 6423, 5699 relate well to this position.

Hard work pays off. See what you'll get for your effort:

Financial Security

• Compensation $25-$37/hr Based on Experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Dependent care flexible spending

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave

• Bereavement leave

Employee Referral Program

Refer someone who delivers excellence just like you and receive a $1,000 incentive for a referral that becomes a permanent hire!

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let's talk. Build your career with MasTec!

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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