Travel Fiber Splicer

TEKsystems•Burlington, TX

7d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Travel Fiber Splicer prepares, splices, tests, troubleshoots, and documents fiber optic cable installations in indoor and outdoor environments. The role supports complex, high-count fiber networks for data center, hyperscale, ISP, OSP, FTTH, and FTTx projects nationwide, including mission-critical communications infrastructure. This is a 100% travel role, with assignments potentially lasting several weeks or months and schedules that may vary based on project demands. The position is listed as a contract role based in Burlington, Texas, and is fully onsite. Pay is $25.00–$35.00 per hour. Company-paid lodging, covered travel expenses per company policy, and daily per diem are provided. The posting also lists benefits that may be available to eligible temporary workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on fiber optic splicing and testing experience.
At least 2 years of experience using OTDR, OLTS, and Visual Fault Locator equipment.
Experience in one or more of these environments: data centers, hyperscale facilities, ISP networks, OSP construction, or FTTH/FTTx deployments.
Ability to read and interpret fiber schematics, engineering drawings, splice records, work prints, and project documentation.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Comfort with 100% travel throughout the United States, including extended assignments lasting several weeks or months.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments and follow flexible schedules based on project demands.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Experience with large-count fiber projects and hyperscale data center environments.
Knowledge of fiber color codes, cable construction, connector types, splice trays, enclosures, and cable management best practices.

Responsibilities

Perform fusion splicing on loose tube, ribbon, and high-density fiber optic cables.
Work with single-mode and multi-mode fiber, including cable counts from 12-count to 6912-count.
Prepare, clean, secure, route, and organize fiber optic cables in data centers, fiber cabinets, splice enclosures, fiber panels and trays, pedestals, and outside plant infrastructure.
Ensure fiber installations meet customer, company, and industry standards.
Perform Tier 1 certification testing using OLTS equipment and Tier 2 testing using OTDR equipment.
Use visual fault locators and other fiber testing tools.
Identify and resolve network issues, including high-loss events, broken or crossed fibers, dirty connectors, and documentation discrepancies.
Read, interpret, and update splice matrices, engineering drawings, cable schematics, test reports, and as-built documentation.
Maintain accurate splice records, production reports, test results, and daily work logs.
Support project closeout and quality assurance requirements.
Coordinate with Foremen, Supervisors, Project Managers, customers, and field personnel.
Participate in required safety training and follow company, customer, and site-specific safety policies.
Maintain tools, vehicles, and testing equipment in safe working condition.
Perform additional duties as needed to support project success.

Benefits

Company-paid lodging.
Travel expenses covered per company policy.
Daily per diem.
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage.
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions.
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents.
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: short- and long-term disability.
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: Health Spending Account (HSA).
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: transportation benefits.
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: Employee Assistance Program.
Potentially available to eligible workers, subject to eligibility and plan terms: time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave.
Opportunity to work on high-profile nationwide infrastructure projects.