Fiber Technician

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent Desoto County Electric, Inc., an industry leader in power distribution and fiber optic infrastructure.

If you know your way around fiber, live for precision, and thrive on solving complex problems in the field, it’s time to level up your career with a team that’s been getting it done for over 50 years.

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive Pay: $25–$35/hour (based on experience and certifications)

• Full-time hours with overtime potential

• 401(k) with company match

• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Disability insurance options

• Paid time off and holidays

• Real opportunities for advancement in a growing division

Why You’ll Love It Here

• You’ll join a legacy team built on trust, quality, and 50+ years of field-tested success

• Work alongside professionals who take safety, performance, and pride seriously

• No micromanagement; just a skilled crew and a clear mission

• Advance your technical skills with cutting-edge equipment and real-world problem-solving

• Be part of a growing fiber team supporting essential infrastructure across the region

Your New Role

As a Fiber Technician based in Horn Lake, MS, and surrounding areas, you’ll handle critical fieldwork to install, splice, test, and maintain high-performance fiber optic networks. Your work keeps people connected—and it shows.

• Perform fusion and mechanical splicing of fiber optic cables with high precision

• Use OTDRs, power meters, and light meters to test and troubleshoot fiber performance

• Identify and repair signal loss, breaks, and connection issues in fiber infrastructure

• Route, secure, and protect fiber installations in new and existing systems

• Maintain clean and accurate records of all splicing, testing, and fieldwork

• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, codes, and customer expectations

• Adapt to working outdoors, in confined spaces, and in elevated locations when needed

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of fiber optic splicing methods and tools

• Experience using fusion splicing equipment, cleavers, and OTDRs

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve fiber optic network issues independently

• Physical stamina to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in various weather conditions

• Sharp attention to detail and safety awareness in all tasks

Desoto County Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #red