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Weekend Fiber Optic Cable Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Prepare, clean, secure, route, and organize fiber optic cables within: * Splice enclosures * Fiber pedestals * Fiber panels * Fiber trays * Cabinets * Data center and outside plant infrastructure

Prepare, clean, secure, route, and organize fiber optic cables within: * Splice enclosures * Fiber pedestals * Fiber panels * Fiber trays * Cabinets * Data center and outside plant infrastructure

As a Fiber Optical Splicing Technician, you will be responsible for the installation, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of fiber optic cabling infrastructure. This hybrid role ...

Splices/terminates fiber optic cable according to standard procedure and company, governmental and electrical specifications. * Maintains, tests, and measures fiber optic signal strength using test ...

Splices/terminates fiber optic cable according to standard procedure and company, governmental and electrical specifications. * Maintains, tests, and measures fiber optic signal strength using test ...

Splices/terminates fiber optic cable according to standard procedure and company, governmental and electrical specifications. * Maintains, tests, and measures fiber optic signal strength using test ...

Handle fiber optic cable while maintaining bend radius and cable integrity * Install fiber raceway, basket tray, ladder rack, Unistrut, and cable supports * Assist with fiber termination, panel ...

Splices/terminates fiber optic cable according to standard procedure and company, governmental and electrical specifications. * Maintains, tests, and measures fiber optic signal strength using test ...

Install fiber optic cables, coaxial cables and CAT 5/6 cables. Identify and document all cables and boxes correctly. * Perform testing and turn-ups of subscriber drops in both inside and outside ...

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Weekend Fiber Optic Cable information

What is a weekend fiber optic cable technician?

Weekend Fiber Optic Cable jobs typically involve installing, maintaining, or repairing fiber optic cables during weekends. These roles may include tasks such as cable splicing, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and ensuring the integrity of high-speed data transmission systems. They are ideal for individuals seeking part-time or flexible work schedules, often in the telecommunications or broadband industries. Weekend shifts are common for minimizing service disruptions to businesses and homes. Qualified candidates usually have technical training or experience in cable installation and fiber optics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend fiber optic cable technician?

To thrive as a Weekend Fiber Optic Cable Technician, you need a background in telecommunications or electrical work, with knowledge of fiber optic installation and troubleshooting, often supported by relevant certifications like FOA CFOT. Familiarity with fiber optic splicing tools, OTDRs (Optical Time Domain Reflectometers), and cable testing equipment is essential. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in small teams are crucial soft skills. These qualifications ensure safe, efficient, and reliable installation and maintenance of high-speed data networks, often during off-hours when quick resolution is critical.

What are some typical challenges faced by weekend fiber optic cable technicians, and how can they be managed?

Weekend Fiber Optic Cable Technicians often work in environments where urgent repairs or installations are required with limited weekday support. Common challenges include troubleshooting complex connectivity issues under tight deadlines, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and coordinating with other teams remotely. To manage these, technicians should prioritize clear communication, maintain strong problem-solving skills, and ensure they are well-prepared with the necessary tools and documentation before heading to job sites. Building a network with on-call colleagues and using mobile collaboration tools can also help streamline troubleshooting and reporting.

What is the difference between Weekend Fiber Optic Cable vs Fiber Optic Splicer?

AspectWeekend Fiber Optic CableFiber Optic Splicer
CredentialsBasic technical knowledge, safety trainingCertification in fiber splicing, technical training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, installation sites, maintenance areasIndoor/outdoor, splicing labs, field sites
Job RoleInstall, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber optic cables during weekendsPrecisely join fiber optic cables to ensure optimal signal transmission

Weekend Fiber Optic Cable technicians focus on installing and maintaining fiber optic cables primarily during weekends, often handling outdoor and field environments. Fiber Optic Splicers specialize in the precise joining of fiber cables, requiring specialized certification. While both roles work with fiber optics, splicers have more technical training and focus on the connection process, whereas weekend cable technicians handle broader installation tasks during specific times.

What are the most commonly searched types of Fiber Optic Cable jobs in Georgia?

The most popular types of Fiber Optic Cable jobs in Georgia are:

What cities in Georgia are hiring for Weekend Fiber Optic Cable jobs?

Cities in Georgia with the most Weekend Fiber Optic Cable job openings:

Infographic showing various Weekend Fiber Optic Cable job openings in Georgia as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Fiber Optic Cabling Technician

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

Company Description

We are focused on imparting effective business staffing services through high level cost effective solutions. We have a strong foundation built on legacy and emerging technologies, including excellent track record of on-time delivery. We are leaders in providing additional custom IT Services with a proficient approach towards development of emerging mobile-based applications and web based application development. We are emerging as one of the largest private talent sourcing and management firms in the US.

Our client- one of the transit agency seeks an accomplished Fiber Optic Cabling Technician.

Job Description

Role: Fiber Optic Cabling Technician
Location: Atlanta, GA 30303
Duration: 6 months (with a high possibility of extension)


Fiber Optic Cabling Technicians
- Seeking individuals with deep experience at cable and fiber diagnostics, experienced in installing fiber and performing end to end troubleshooting. For example, testing the light loss of a fiber run, troubleshooting cabling runs looking for missing or loose connections at each end or within a cross connect, operating OTDR equipment and interpreting results, correcting faulty RJ45 connections for ethernet cables, repairing or replacing fiber end connections, troubleshooting low-voltage DC power issues, etc. Also, Basic troubleshooting of edge device connectivity, installing Corning Opti-Snap connectors on single mode fiber, and terminating RJ-45 connectors on CAT6 cabling. Must be able to work in a construction environment, work on a ladder, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in outdoor conditions for the majority of the day.
Must be capable of leading and providing direction to 2 assistant cable technicians who will work with the applicant in the field as a team to diagnose/test a fiber optic cable plant. The successful applicant will be self-directed and able to problem solve in the field to deliver fully connected and operational fiber endpoints
Required Skills:

o Single Mode Fiber Insertion Loss Testing

o Snap connector termination

o Optical cable tracing

o Inspection and cleaning of fiber optic connectors, including SC/APC and LC/APC

o OTDR Testing

o Copper RJ-45 male cable crimping

o Copper 110 punch


Desirable Skills:

o Demonstrated experience working on GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Network) environments, known commonly as Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) technologies (eg, AT&T U-Verse, Google Fiber, Verizon FIOS)

o Advanced fiber termination, specifically with epoxy/polish connectors, including use of tools and be able to re-terminate fiber connectors in the field.

Desirable - The successful applicant should hold one or more of the following certifications:

o The Fiber Optic Association, CFOS/T (Certified Fiber Optic Specialist / Testing)

o Electronics Technician Association, Fiber Optics Technician (ETA/FOT)

o Electronics Technician Association, Fiber Optics Installer (ETA/FOI)

o BICSI Installer 2, Optical Fiber (INSTF)

Qualifications

Fiber Optics installation, Fiber Optics troubleshooting, Fiber optics maintenance and Fiber Optics Splicing

Additional Information

I would love to talk to you if you think this position suits your interest.

If you are looking for rewarding employment and a company that puts its employees first, we would like to work with you. We also offer group health insurance.

NOTE: "Candidates that are offered a position are required to pass pre-employment drug and background screening"