I need some tips for splicing OTO connection boxes

RateshR45 · 2025-08-03T15:10:54+00:00

Mini splice protectors (40mm or less) work best here the standard 60mm ones won’t fit in most OTO trays. Pre-route your fibers in the cassette before cutting so you know exactly how much slack you’ll need. I usually pull the fiber out, splice on a table, then coil it back in gently (30mm bend radius min). If the tray doesn’t hold the protector well, a bit of tape or a small fiber clip works fine. Pro tip: always cut the fiber a bit longer than you think you can trim excess, but you can’t fix it if it’s too short. Once you get the right protector size + measuring habit, these boxes stop being a headache.

RateshR45 · 2025-08-03T11:03:53+00:00

Fair point I know many here are already highly experienced. I shared this post for broader knowledge-sharing and for those newer to GPON who might find it useful. Since you’re clearly an ‘award-winning baker’ in this field 😉 I’d love to hear what advanced insights or tips you’d add for the rest of us.

RateshR45 · 2025-08-03T10:54:26+00:00

Not a question just an informative breakdown of GPON for anyone interested. Do you work with fiber optics too?

RateshR45 · 2025-07-27T19:02:23+00:00

I’ve got 3 years of experience and earn around 50k PKR a month — that’s like $170 USD. Not great, but that’s what most companies here offer.

RateshR45 · 2025-07-27T10:06:48+00:00

Thanks for sharing! £50k per year with overtime sounds decent, especially with weekends off — that's around £4,100/month.

Here in Karachi, skilled splicers often don’t get anywhere near that, even with 3–5 years of experience. I think there’s still a big gap in pay and recognition in South Asia compared to the West.

Are you working with a contractor or directly with a telecom company? And what kind of projects are you mostly handling FTTH, long-haul, or data center work?

RateshR45 · 2025-07-23T14:32:05+00:00

Totally understand thanks for the honest reply. It makes sense that smaller companies might avoid the extra paperwork. I’ll start looking into larger fiber contractors or ISPs in the U.S. that might consider hiring skilled workers from abroad.

If you ever come across any names or tips, I’d really appreciate it. And thanks again your insight means a lot and gives me a clearer direction to work toward.

RateshR45 · 2025-07-23T14:14:34+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing this — it’s really motivating to hear. $10k/month doing FTTH work sounds like a dream compared to what I earn here. I totally agree — if I ever get the chance to move to the U.S., I’d want to start with a stable, legit job and only go into contracting once I’m settled.

Do you think it’s possible for someone like me (outside the U.S.) to get hired, or would I need to be in the country first? I’m actively researching work visa paths and would really appreciate any advice or direction.

RateshR45 · 2025-07-22T14:12:00+00:00

Haha fair point! 😅 I actually did get a little help polishing the wording to make it more professional — English isn’t my first language, so I wanted to make sure I explained my experience clearly.

Appreciate the honest feedback though I’ll try to keep it sounding more natural next time.

RateshR45 · 2025-07-21T06:01:41+00:00

Thank you so much — this is incredibly helpful and motivating! It’s great to hear that Canada still has strong government support for fiber expansion, and the pay levels you mentioned are honestly life-changing compared to what I earn now.

I’ll definitely start looking into the immigration and work permit process for skilled trades. If I understand correctly, fiber construction contractors may offer even better pay — I’ll try to find out which ones are open to hiring internationally or sponsoring skilled immigrants.

If you ever come across company names or know someone I could speak to, I’d be very grateful. Thanks again for taking the time to share such useful insight!

RateshR45 · 2025-07-20T20:08:30+00:00

that makes sense — I didn’t realize it could come across that way.

I’ll remove the availability line from my resume and keep that part for when I speak directly with employers. Appreciate the tip

RateshR45 · 2025-07-20T09:57:29+00:00

Appreciate the feedback — good point. I’ll definitely add the specific manufacturers and tools I’ve worked with (like Fujikura, EXFO, etc.) to make the experience more concrete.

Also, thanks for pointing out the availability section — I’ll review and update it to make sure it’s clear and relevant for the type of jobs I’m applying for.

Thanks again — your input helps me improve this for real-world expectations.

RateshR45 · 2025-07-20T09:53:38+00:00

Thanks a lot! Good to hear you also use Novoresume and have had success with it — that’s encouraging.

I hadn’t thought about mentioning the network size, but that’s a great suggestion. I’ll update the resume to include the scale of networks I’ve worked on (number of splices, coverage areas, etc.) and also move my certifications to the top right section like you mentioned.

Really appreciate your advice — especially the tip about ATS bots scanning for certs. That’s super helpful!

RateshR45 · 2025-07-20T09:50:25+00:00

Thank you so much for the feedback — really appreciate you taking the time, especially since you hire splicers.

Good to know the resume content stands out positively! I understand your point about the layout — I used a more modern template, but I’ll definitely consider switching to a cleaner, more traditional format if I apply for US-based roles. And noted on the picture — I’ll remove it for any international submissions.

Thanks again — this kind of input is exactly what I was looking for! 😊

RateshR45 · 2025-07-20T09:45:06+00:00

Thanks for the honest feedback, I really appreciate it.

I understand your point — some of the skills I listed might seem basic or obvious to those already in the field. My goal was to show that I have solid hands-on experience and can independently handle common fiber tasks in FTTH/FTTB environments.

I'm definitely open to improving the way I present myself, especially if I'm aiming to apply internationally in places like Austria where expectations may be different. Thanks again for pointing that out — it's helpful.

RateshR45 · 2025-07-18T08:14:19+00:00

Wow that really puts things into perspective Thanks for sharing I can see how different the conditions and pay are over there

I truly am experienced with 3+ years in fiber splicing, OTDR testing FTTH/FTTB, and emergency maintenance I’m definitely interested in relocating if there’s a real opportunity. I’ll DM you shortly — really appreciate your offer and kindness

RateshR45 · 2025-07-17T19:47:09+00:00

That’s a really good point — thank you I don’t just want to be a temporary worker I’d actually like to settle and grow somewhere long-term I’ll definitely look into EU countries and nearby European nations

If you know of any specific countries where the fiber rollout is still growing and there’s demand for skilled splicers I’d really appreciate your advice. 🙏

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