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TekSynap

Outside Plant Technician

Arlington, VA · On-site

$48K - $125K/yr

Maintain, coordinate, and manage installation of JSP offered services for all outside plant infrastructure. * Provide daily updates on OSP activities and coordinate meetings with relevant ...

TekSynap

Outside Plant Technician

Arlington, VA · On-site

$48K - $125K/yr

Maintain, coordinate, and manage installation of JSP offered services for all outside plant infrastructure. * Provide daily updates on OSP activities and coordinate meetings with relevant ...

Richesinengineering

Outside Plant Manager

Oregon, WI · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Lead a crew of tower climbers, fiber splicers, and OSP construction technicians on outside plant infrastructure projects across Oregon, Alaska, and Hawaii. Responsibilities * crew supervision * OSP ...

Silver Star

Outside Plant Technician

Driggs, ID · On-site

Install and maintain outside plant (OSP) copper and fiber optic facilities and associated OSP telecommunications equipment. Install direct buried cable and other facilities using plowing, digging ...

Richesinengineering

$100 - $125/hr

Lead a crew of tower climbers, fiber splicers, and OSP construction technicians on outside plant infrastructure projects across Oregon, Alaska, and Hawaii. Responsibilities * crew supervision * OSP ...

OUTSOURCE, INC.

Outside Plant Engineer

Greenville, NC · On-site

The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work Orders for land developments, new buildings, single line requests, Rehab, DSL, FTTN, FTTH ...

OUTSOURCE, INC.

Outside Plant Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work Orders for land developments, new buildings, single line requests, Rehab, DSL, FTTN, FTTH ...

OUTSOURCE, INC.

Outside Plant Engineer

Seattle, WA

The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work Orders for land developments, new buildings, single line requests, Rehab, DSL, FTTN, FTTH ...

OUTSOURCE, INC.

Outside Plant Engineer

Greenville, NC · On-site

The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work Orders for land developments, new buildings, single line requests, Rehab, DSL, FTTN, FTTH ...

Outsource Inc.

Outside Plant Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

Category Engineering Open Date 2/12/2026 Close Date Created By Mark Griffin Description The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work ...

IQ Fiber

Manager, Outside Plant Engineering

Savannah, GA · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

IQ Fiber is seeking a Manager, Outside Plant Engineering to oversee the planning, design, and execution of outside plant (OSP) construction and maintenance activities. This role leads cross ...

Outsource Inc.

Outside Plant Engineer

Greenville, NC · On-site

Category Engineering Open Date 6/8/2026 Close Date Created By Mark Griffin Description The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for outside plant in the United States is $26.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an outside plant technician?

An Outside Plant (OSP) technician is a professional responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure that exists outside of buildings. This includes laying and splicing fiber optic cables, managing copper wire networks, and ensuring connectivity for internet, phone, and television services. OSP technicians work outdoors, often in various weather conditions, to ensure reliable network services for residential and commercial customers.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an outside plant technician?

Outside Plant Technicians typically spend their days installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications cables and equipment outside of central offices—often working outdoors in various weather conditions. This includes tasks like splicing fiber optic or copper cables, conducting site surveys, troubleshooting service issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The role often requires collaborating closely with field engineers, construction crews, and network planners to complete projects efficiently and minimize service disruptions. Daily work may also involve driving between job sites and keeping detailed records of work performed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an outside plant technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Outside Plant Technician, you need a solid understanding of telecommunications infrastructure, cabling installation, splicing, and troubleshooting, typically supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with fiber optic and copper cabling tools, GIS mapping systems, and safety certifications like OSHA are essential. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top technicians apart in coordinating with teams and responding to field challenges. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring reliable network performance and safety in dynamic outdoor environments.

What is the difference between Outside Plant vs Cable Splicer?

AspectOutside PlantCable Splicer
CertificationsFiber optic and telecommunications certificationsFiber optic and telecommunications certifications
Work EnvironmentFieldwork outdoors, installing and maintaining infrastructureFieldwork outdoors, splicing and repairing cables
Employer & IndustryTelecom, cable providers, utility companiesTelecom, cable providers, utility companies

Outside Plant workers focus on installing, maintaining, and repairing the physical infrastructure of telecommunications networks outdoors. Cable Splicers specialize in connecting and repairing fiber optic or cable lines through splicing. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in the same environments, but their specific tasks differ within the telecommunications infrastructure.

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Infographic showing various Outside Plant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,711 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Outside Plant Technician

Silver Star Communications

Driggs, ID • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

General Summary:


Install and maintain outside plant (OSP) copper and fiber optic facilities and associated OSP telecommunications equipment. Install direct buried cable and other facilities using plowing, digging, and trenching equipment. Install demarcation devices at customer premises. Locate buried copper and fiber optic cabling.



Essential Job Functions / Certifications:


Install Outside Plant (OSP) facilities according to engineered work orders or service orders in compliance with RUS and NEC standards.

Reclaim construction area to company standards.

Install and maintain copper and fiber optic cable and distribution systems.

Perform copper splicing to company and RUS standards.

Locate buried copper and fiber optic facilities.

Perform routine maintenance and repair on OSP facilities, buried cable, pedestals, hand holes, manholes, etc.

Install and maintain network interface devices (NID) and Optical Network Terminals (ONT).

Ensures OSP facilities are maintained to RUS and telecom industry standards.

Ability to navigate and interpret standard telecommunication prints and mapping.

Meet documentation accuracy and timeframe standards for closing work orders, cable rearrangements, inventory audits, timesheets, IFTA fuel reporting, DOT mileage logs, etc.

Perform basic maintenance and lubrication on construction equipment on a daily basis to ensure proper operation and safety.

Be the face of Silver Star, championing the company as a key player in the development of the local community.

Assist with campus facilities maintenance such as snow removal, grounds maintenance, etc.

Ability to obtain and maintain Class A CDL

Ability to obtain and maintain Tower Climbing and Rescue certification with Biennial renewal.

Perform other duties as assigned.




Minimum Education Requirements:

High School Diploma plus 2 years of experience preferred.

Ability to hold a valid Wyoming or Idaho Driver's License.

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