Fiber Optics Engineer Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Reports To: Construction Manager
Compensation: $30.00 - $44.99 hourly

Company Profile:

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

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Job Summary:

As the Fiber Splicing Technician III, you will be responsible for splicing, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining fiber optic cable networks while ensuring high-quality network performance and reliability. You will coordinate field activities, complete network testing and documentation, and deliver accurate fiber installations. Your customers are telecommunications and broadband infrastructure clients, and you will contribute to the company's success through technical expertise, quality workmanship, and a strong commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• Splice, test, troubleshoot, repair, and activate underground and aerial fiber optic cable systems.
• Diagnose cable plant issues, perform end-of-line network testing, and recommend solutions for customer approval.
• Read splice matrices, prints, and maps to complete fiber assignments, redlines, case swaps, audits, and documentation.
• Build, prepare, seal, and manage fiber cases and enclosures, including color-for-color splicing, jumper cases, tie points, and gel-filled case rehabilitation.
• Pull fiber cable through existing duct packages or conduit using manual, mechanical, or blowing methods as required.
• Follow all company safety procedures while maintaining quality workmanship and accurate project documentation.
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Required Qualifications:

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• OSHA 10 Certification required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record preferred.

Experience

• 3+ years of fiber optic splicing and telecommunications construction experience.
• Experience with underground and aerial fiber optic installation, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read blueprints, splice matrices, maps, and utility drawings.
• Ability to distinguish fiber color codes and perform precise fiber splicing.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to use basic math and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining a safe work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with fiber network activation, audits, and rehabilitation projects.
• Experience operating cable pulling equipment and working in telecommunications construction environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb ladders and poles, and work in physically demanding positions for extended periods.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, at heights, and around heavy equipment and machinery.
• Must be able to distinguish fiber color codes and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Congruex Culture & Benefits:

Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information:

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.