Travel Fiber Optical Lead Technician

EOS • Montgomery, AL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

EOS IT Solutions is hiring a Travel Fiber Optical Lead Technician to support the day-to-day execution of fiber optic deployment, splicing, testing, and maintenance across large-scale, mission-critical environments. The position combines hands-on technical leadership with operational oversight and serves as second-in-command to the Site Supervisor, including providing leadership coverage when the supervisor is unavailable or engaged elsewhere.

The role leads and coordinates field teams, monitors productivity and project progress, supports material and procurement coordination, and helps ensure project deliverables, schedules, and quality standards are met. It is highly field-based and requires 90% travel; candidates must be located near a major airport. The role supports new builds, upgrades, repairs, site surveys, implementation, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and quality and safety compliance.

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 operational environments.
• Ability to monitor productivity, manage workloads, and drive teams toward defined 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 industry standards and safety requirements, including ITU, FOA, BICSI, and OSHA.
• Proficiency with reporting, scheduling, and project tracking tools.
• Previous experience in a lead hand, senior technician, or supervisory support role.
• Willingness to travel 90% and be located near a major airport.

Nice To Haves

• Industry-recognized fiber optic certification, such as FOA CFOT, BICSI Technician, or equivalent.
• FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) certification.
• BICSI Technician or Installer certification.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• First Aid/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 manufacturers.
• Fusion splicer manufacturer training or certification, such as Sumitomo, Fujikura, or INNO.
• Project management or supervisory training certifications.
• Manufacturer-specific data center installation certifications.
• Health and safety certifications relevant to construction or mission-critical environments.
• Experience working in data center environments and with 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 with planning, coordination, and execution of fiber optic network projects, including new builds, upgrades, and repairs.
• Provide hands-on leadership during fiber installation, splicing, testing, and commissioning at project sites.
• Help achieve daily deliverables and milestones in line with project schedules and client expectations.
• Monitor field progress and identify risks, delays, or resource constraints that could affect delivery.
• Support site surveys and technical deployment in accordance with engineering design packages, technical specifications, and scopes 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 engaged elsewhere.
• Lead and coordinate Fiber Splicing Technicians and Field Technicians; assign workloads and oversee daily activities.
• Monitor technician productivity and performance against daily and weekly targets, escalating concerns or resource issues to the Site Supervisor.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to field personnel and promote accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Support fiber splicing for single-mode, multi-mode, and ribbon fiber applications.
• Support testing and validation using OTDR, OLTS, power meters, and visual fault locators; assist with interpreting OTDR traces, loss budgets, and certification results.
• Troubleshoot fiber infrastructure issues and network faults.
• Support QA/QC through field inspections and validation checks, and ensure work follows company, client, engineering, and applicable industry standards.
• Verify that documentation, test results, and as-built information are accurately completed 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 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, and project management, and communicate professionally with stakeholders, subcontractors, and clients as required.
• Assist with reporting project risks, delays, and mitigation activities.

Benefits

• Health insurance starting the first of the month after the start date.
• Vision insurance starting the first of the month after the start date.
• Dental insurance starting the first of the month after the start date.
• Travel pay for work-related travel outside the assigned local area, in accordance with 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: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed