Travel Fiber Optical Splicing Supervisor

EOS • Trenton, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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

Working with Project Management, Engineering, Logistics, and the Service Director, the supervisor plans work, allocates resources, manages risks, and communicates 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.
• Able to travel frequently.

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

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of fiber optic network builds, upgrades, and repairs.
• Develop project plans, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee site surveys, installation, splicing, testing, and commissioning of fiber infrastructure.
• Ensure work follows engineering design packages, technical specifications, and scopes of work.
• Coordinate materials procurement, logistics, and on-site operations to maintain schedules 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 using OTDR, OLTS, power meters, and visual fault locators; review OTDR traces, loss budgets, and certification reports.
• Support troubleshooting of complex network or infrastructure faults and implement improvements to splicing and testing methods.
• Lead fiber splicing technicians, field engineers, and subcontractors; assign work, monitor performance, and enforce safety and quality protocols.
• Mentor junior technicians and promote accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate with internal departments, project managers, and client representatives.
• Implement QA/QC processes, field audits, and inspections; ensure work meets industry standards and client specifications.
• Verify test results, documentation, and as-built drawings before client handover.
• Monitor health and safety compliance, including confined-space and live-network procedures; drive corrective and preventive actions for recurring quality issues.
• Manage project budgets and track spending against forecasts.
• Report project performance, risks, and mitigation strategies; prepare progress updates and post-project reviews.
• Support commercial teams with project costing, forecasting, and resource planning.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and 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