Fiber Technician

Company: Aerotek
Location: South Bend
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Fiber Technician Job Description As a Fiber Technician, you will be responsible for splicing various types and sizes of fiber optic cable, including single-mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon. You will analyze and troubleshoot basic technical issues and work with maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents. Daily tasks include performing tests, checks, and maintenance on splicing and testing equipment, conducting optical continuity and conformance testing, and making splicing rearrangements on existing facilities across different work locations. Responsibilities Splice various types and sizes of fiber optic cable, including single-mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon. Analyze and troubleshoot basic technical issues. Review, interpret, and work with maps, drawings, blueprints, and testing documents. Perform daily tests, checks, and maintenance on splicing and testing equipment. Conduct optical continuity and conformance testing. Make splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, underground, aerial, and building work locations. Essential Skills Experience in construction, assembly, splicing, wiring, cable, and electrical work. Proficiency in working with single mode, multimode, stranded, and ribbon fiber optic cables. Ability to use OTDR & Power Meter Testing equipment. Skill in reading blueprints and schematics. Experience with terminations and the use of hand tools. Background in telecommunications, fiber optic installation, and general labor. Additional Skills & Qualifications Construction Background in telecom, underground, and splicing. Why Work Here? Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, which supports your overall well-being. Work Environment This role involves working outdoors with varying temperatures depending on the location of work. Expect to engage in physical tasks in diverse environments. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in South Bend,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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