Leveling Up the Craft: Drop Bury Crews Attend AT&T Fiber Splicing Training in Houston
Last month, The Wilkins Group’s Drop Bury team took a major step forward in advancing their field expertise by participating in an intensive AT&T Fiber Splicing Training Class in Houston. As demand for fiber optic installation services continues to rise across Texas, investing in hands-on technical training ensures our crews stay ahead—delivering precision, safety, and industry-leading service on every project.
Hands-On Learning with Real-World Impact
This wasn’t just another classroom session. Our Drop Bury crews rolled up their sleeves and trained directly with real AT&T fiber setups, giving them a realistic and highly applicable learning experience. From fiber strand preparation to advanced troubleshooting techniques, the training covered everything our team needs to provide seamless connectivity and strong network performance.
Participants received in-depth instruction and field experience in:
- Fiber preparation and proper handling
- Fusion splicing techniques
- OTDR testing and diagnostics
- Field-based troubleshooting
- Industry safety best practices
These aren’t just technical skills—they’re customer-impacting skills. Every splice, test, and safety protocol directly contributes to a smoother installation process and stronger, longer-lasting network infrastructure.
Strengthening Quality from the Ground Up
For our Drop Bury crews, understanding how to splice fiber isn’t optional—it’s foundational. By bridging the knowledge gap between fiber installation and network performance, this training gives our teams a broader understanding of the entire system lifecycle.
With this new experience, team members are empowered to recognize potential issues before they happen, communicate more effectively with fiber splicers and supervisors, and deliver results that align with AT&T’s stringent quality standards. Every pedestal, conduit, and fiber line they touch reflects their upgraded skills—and that translates to better performance in the field.
A Culture of Growth and Excellence
We’re proud of our teams for embracing opportunities like this. Their commitment to learning shows in the consistency of their work, the professionalism they bring to each job site, and the confidence they inspire in our customers and utility partners.
Training like this is more than just technical—it’s a cultural investment. It reinforces our company-wide dedication to craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and taking pride in every detail of our work.
Ready for What’s Next
As Houston and surrounding regions continue to expand access to high-speed fiber, The Wilkins Group is ready. With sharpened skills, deeper technical knowledge, and the drive to do the job right the first time, our crews are equipped to deliver reliable, top-tier fiber optic installation services across Texas.
This is just one of the many ways we’re investing in our people—so they can continue to deliver exceptional service on every job, every time.
