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Fiber Optic Technician

Fiber Optic Technicians install, maintain, and repair fiber optic cable systems that carry data for internet, phone, an…

Typical pay
$58,000/yr
Education
Apprenticeship (very common) | Trade school certificate | Licensure (varies by trade)
Outlook
⇧ Strong

Why this matters in Construction

Skilled trades turn plans into buildings.

What you’d actually do

Install fiber optic cables in buildings and underground, splice and terminate fiber connections, test cable signal strength with OTDR equipment, troubleshoot connectivity problems, read technical diagrams, and document installations.

What can I do right now?

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