Travel Fiber Optical Splicing Supervisor

EOS • Trenton, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Site Supervisor – Optical Fiber Service Delivery leads and coordinates fiber optic installation, splicing, testing, commissioning, and maintenance across mission-critical and large-scale network infrastructure projects. As the senior on-site representative, this person provides operational, technical, and people leadership, with accountability for safe, timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality field delivery. The role oversees field personnel and subcontractors, client relationships, site logistics, materials, productivity, and compliance.

The Site Supervisor works closely with Project Management, Engineering, Logistics, and the Service Director to plan work, allocate resources, manage risks, and maintain communication throughout the project lifecycle. The position requires frequent travel, and the employee must be located near a major airport.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading fiber optic splicing, installation, or repair projects in data center, metro, or large-scale network environments.
• Strong technical proficiency in fusion and mechanical splicing, fiber characterization, and network certification.
• Advanced knowledge of OTDR, OLTS, and power meter testing methodologies.
• Ability to interpret and review fiber design schematics, engineering design packages, and as-built documentation.
• Demonstrated success managing field teams and subcontractors in high-demand environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Understanding of project management principles and ability to prioritize multiple workstreams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable standards and regulations, including ITU, FOA, BICSI, and OSHA.
• Proficiency with project management and reporting tools such as MS Project, Trello, Asana, or equivalent.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Must be located near a major airport; frequent travel is required.

Nice To Haves

• Degree or diploma in Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
• Industry-recognized fiber certification such as FOA CFOT, BICSI Technician, or equivalent.
• Experience in client-facing or vendor management roles.
• Familiarity with data center infrastructure environments and high-density fiber systems.
• Previous experience implementing QA/QC frameworks or safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute fiber optic network builds, upgrades, and repairs.
• Develop project plans, allocate resources, and establish risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee site surveys, fiber installation, splicing, testing, and commissioning.
• Ensure work follows engineering design packages, technical specifications, and scopes of work.
• Coordinate materials procurement, logistics, and on-site operations to meet timelines and quality targets.
• Support integration of new fiber infrastructure into existing network systems.
• Provide technical guidance on single-mode, multi-mode, and ribbon fiber splicing.
• Supervise and validate testing with OTDR, OLTS, power meters, and visual fault locators.
• Review OTDR traces, loss budgets, and certification reports, and support troubleshooting of complex faults.
• Evaluate technical practices and improve splicing and testing methodologies; maintain knowledge of emerging technologies, tools, and standards.
• Lead fiber splicing technicians, field engineers, and subcontractors; assign workloads and monitor performance.
• Enforce safety and quality protocols, mentor junior technicians, and promote accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate with internal departments, project managers, and client representatives to maintain stakeholder alignment and communication.
• Implement QA/QC processes, including field audits and inspections, and ensure work meets industry standards and client specifications.
• Verify test results, documentation, and as-built drawings before client handover.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety regulations, including confined-space and live-network procedures.
• Identify recurring quality issues and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditure against forecasts.
• Report on project performance, risks, and mitigations; prepare status updates, progress reports, and post-project reviews.
• Support commercial teams with project costing, forecasting, and resource planning.

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: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed