Fiber Optics Engineer Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Reports To: Project Manager
Travel Potential: 25–50%
Compensation: $25 - $35 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 Splicer I, II, III, you will ultimately be responsible for splicing, testing, and maintaining fiber optic communication systems for aerial and underground telecommunications networks. You will install, troubleshoot, and activate fiber optic infrastructure while delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality network construction services. As the Fiber Splicer I, II, III, your customers are broadband providers, telecommunications clients, and internal construction teams, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through technical expertise, quality workmanship, and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• Read and interpret work orders, engineering drawings, specifications, and cut sheets to determine work sequence
• Repair existing fiber lines or splice new fiber as required to complete testing and project certification
• Install passive and active devices, enclosures, and terminal panels
• Test fiber optic systems for continuity, signal quality, and balanced performance
• Pull fiber optic cable through existing duct packages and conduit using manual, mechanical, or blowing methods
• Splice and activate aerial and underground fiber optic communication systems
• Optimize new nodes and complete node splits to improve network capacity
• Utilize light meters, OTDRs, and other testing equipment to verify network performance
• Safely operate bucket trucks or climb utility poles to install and maintain fiber optic cable systems
• Complete production documentation, verify system performance after activation, and troubleshoot network issues as required
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company policies and applicable governmental regulations
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs

Required Qualifications:

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of fiber optic splicing experience
• Experience with aerial and underground fiber optic construction
• Experience installing, testing, troubleshooting, and activating fiber optic communication systems

Skills and Abilities

• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt to new processes
• Demonstrates Congruex's GRIT values of Guts, Reliability, Innovation, and Teamwork
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong verbal and professional communication skills
• Ability to accurately read engineering drawings, work orders, and technical specifications
• Proficiency using OTDRs, light meters, and fiber optic testing equipment
• Ability to safely lift and/or pull up to 80 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday
• Ability to safely use hand tools including screwdrivers, pliers, drills, and wrenches
• Commitment to performing work safely while maintaining quality and productivity

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating bucket trucks and other aerial work platforms
• Experience supporting broadband, cable television, or telecommunications construction projects

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods
• Ability to climb utility poles and safely operate bucket trucks and aerial work platforms
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to travel domestically as business needs require

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.