Bandera Electric Cooperative · 8 hours ago
Fiber Splicing Technician
Boerne, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expBandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) is focused on providing fiber broadband services to its members across Central Texas. The Fiber Splicing Technician will be responsible for the installation, splicing, testing, and maintenance of fiber optic cables, ensuring high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Electrical DistributionEnergyInternetRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Perform fusion splicing for new construction, distribution automation, maintenance, and repairs
Assist line crews and contractors with the building and installation of outside plant fiber infrastructure, including aerial and buried routes
Install fiber enclosures, PON cabinets, distribution panels, pedestals, and other network equipment
Perform routine inspections of fiber infrastructure and proactively mitigate network risks. Document and repair any discrepancies identified
Respond to outages, damage events and fiber cuts. Perform emergency restoration in a timely manner
Operate bucket trucks, ladders, and work safely in confined spaces and at aerial communication heights
Maintain accurate documentation of installations, test results, and service activity
Request support from colleagues or vendors when issues cannot be resolved on site
May be required to assist with install or repair of FTTH services for residential/commercial accounts
Communicate clearly with members and key personnel throughout installation or repair processes
Deliver high-quality customer experience and maintain positive member relationships
Assist in training staff on fiber 101 courses
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and participate in required training
Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment, such as fusion splicers, OTDRs, bucket trucks, and splicing trailers
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Valid Texas Driver's License and Related Insurance
Must pass background and drug screening
Ability to work irregular hours, overtime, on-call, and travel within BEC's service territory
Highly proficient with fusion splicing, including large count fiber cables at aerial communication heights or in confined spaces
Experience with aerial cable construction equipment, such as strand and lashing
Experience with pole transfers and make-ready
Detailed and accurate documentation for fiber staking sheets, as-builts and redlines
Proficient with fiber tools, including fusion splicers, OTDRs, lasher, and locator
Strong working knowledge of fiber-optic infrastructure, maintenance, testing, and repair
Understanding fiber counts and colors
Familiarity with RUS standards and codes
Ability to analyze test readings (OTDR, light levels), computer diagnostics, staking sheets, and trouble reports
Ability to safely operate bucket trucks, ladders, and perform work in confined spaces
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or with a team
Effective communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
Solid organizational and time-management abilities
Commitment to safety, accuracy, and high-quality workmanship
Preferred
3+ Years of Experience fiber splicing
Experience in fiber infrastructure construction
Working knowledge of RUS standards, codes, and electrical hazard awareness
Benefits
Highly Competitive Wages
Generous Benefit Package
Paid time off
Ten paid holidays
Company
Bandera Electric Cooperative
Bandera Electric Cooperative distributes electricity, fiber internet, renewable energy and community outreach services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
William Hetherington
CEO\GM
John Padalino
General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer
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