Travel Fiber Optical Lead Technician

EOS • Montgomery, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Technician – Fiber Optic Engineering supports the day-to-day execution of fiber optic deployment, splicing, testing, and maintenance in large-scale, mission-critical environments. Serving as second-in-command to the Site Supervisor, the role combines hands-on technical leadership with operational oversight to help meet project deliverables, productivity targets, schedules, and quality standards. The Lead Technician coordinates Fiber Splicing Technicians and Field Technicians, monitors team output, reports progress, and supports material and procurement coordination. The role provides on-site leadership, ensures safety and quality compliance, and covers for the Site Supervisor when they are unavailable.

This is a field-based role requiring 90% travel. The employee must be located near a major airport.

Requirements

• Proven experience in fiber optic splicing, installation, or field operations in data center, metro, or large-scale network environments.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of fiber optic installation, splicing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Experience leading or coordinating field-based technical teams in fast-paced operations.
• Ability to monitor productivity, manage workloads, and drive teams toward deliverables and operational targets.
• Strong understanding of OTDR, OLTS, and fiber certification testing practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, fiber schematics, and project documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Working knowledge of ITU, FOA, and BICSI industry standards and OSHA safety requirements.
• Proficiency with reporting, scheduling, and project tracking tools.
• Previous experience as a lead hand, senior technician, or in a supervisory support role.
• Must be located near a major airport and able to meet the role's 90% travel requirement.

Nice To Haves

• FOA CFOT, BICSI Technician, or equivalent fiber optic certification.
• FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) certification.
• BICSI Technician or Installer certification.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• First Aid or CPR certification.
• Confined Space Awareness or Entry certification.
• MEWP, scissor lift, or boom lift certification.
• Viavi or manufacturer-specific testing certifications.
• Structured cabling certifications from Corning, CommScope, Panduit, Leviton, or similar.
• Fusion splicer manufacturer training or certification from Sumitomo, Fujikura, INNO, or similar.
• Project management or supervisory training certifications.
• Manufacturer-specific data center installation certifications.
• Health and safety certifications relevant to construction or mission-critical environments.
• Experience in data center environments and high-density fiber infrastructure.
• Familiarity with inventory management, procurement coordination, and logistics support.
• Understanding of QA/QC procedures and field audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Supervisor in planning, coordinating, and executing fiber optic network builds, upgrades, and repairs.
• Provide hands-on leadership during fiber installation, splicing, testing, and commissioning at active project sites.
• Help achieve project deliverables and operational milestones in line with schedules and client expectations.
• Monitor field progress and identify risks, delays, or resource constraints that could affect timelines.
• Support site surveys and technical deployments in accordance with engineering design packages, technical specifications, and scope of work.
• Coordinate materials, track inventory, and support procurement to keep site teams supplied.
• Provide operational leadership coverage when the Site Supervisor is absent or otherwise engaged.
• Lead and coordinate Fiber Splicing Technicians and Field Technicians, assigning workloads and aligning daily activities with project priorities.
• Monitor technician output against daily and weekly productivity targets and escalate performance, risk, or resource concerns to the Site Supervisor.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to field personnel and promote accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and operational excellence.
• Support fiber splicing work involving single-mode, multi-mode, and ribbon fiber.
• Support testing and validation with OTDR, OLTS, power meters, and visual fault locators; assist in reviewing OTDR traces, loss budgets, and certification results.
• Troubleshoot fiber infrastructure issues and network faults, and ensure work meets company standards and client requirements.
• Support QA/QC through field inspections and validation checks; ensure work complies with client standards, engineering specifications, and applicable industry standards.
• Verify that documentation, test results, and as-built information are accurate and submitted on time.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety requirements, including safe practices in live environments and active construction sites.
• Identify recurring quality or operational issues and support corrective actions.
• Provide daily progress updates and operational reports to the Site Supervisor and project leadership.
• Track and communicate productivity, completed deliverables, workforce utilization, and outstanding actions.
• Coordinate with field operations, logistics, procurement, project management, subcontractors, and client representatives as required.
• Report project risks, delays, and mitigation activities.

Benefits

• Health insurance beginning the first of the month after the start date.
• Vision insurance beginning the first of the month after the start date.
• Dental insurance beginning the first of the month after the start date.
• Travel pay for work-related travel outside the assigned local area, according to EOS travel policy.
• Occasional overtime and bonus opportunities for hourly workers.
• 10 days of paid time off annually.
• 12 paid holidays.
• 6 sick days, available after 90 days of employment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a $2,500 company match, available after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed