Fiber Technician - Utility & Substation Fiber (Florida)

Fiber Optic Technician

Location: Florida (statewide fieldwork)

Work Type: Full-Time | Field-Based

Pay: $23–$32 per hour

Job Summary

BIC Electric is hiring Fiber Optic Technicians for utility and substation projects throughout Florida. Candidates must have hands-on experience with utility or substation fiber systems, including Optical Ground Wire (OPGW), relay, protection, or telecommunications fiber.

Residential fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) experience alone is not a fit.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic systems.
• Work on utility, substation, OPGW, relay, and telecommunications fiber projects.
• Read project plans and follow installation specifications.
• Perform fieldwork, including overnight assignments.
• Follow all jobsite safety procedures and requirements.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with utility or substation fiber work.
• Experience with fiber splicing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Must live in Florida and be willing to work overnight.
• Must have current utility, utility Energy, or utility site clearance to be presented.
• Must be comfortable with field-based work throughout Florida.



Compensation & Benefits

• $23–$32 per hour.
• Company truck, depending on the role.
• Full benefits package.
• 401(k) with a 4% company match.
• No out-of-state travel currently required; this may change in the future.