Plant Fiber Technician

Fiber Splicer (Lead & Technician Roles)

We are seeking experienced Fiber Splicers, including Lead Fiber Splicers, to support a high-profile data center fiber deployment project. This is a multi-phase engagement with strong potential for extension or long-term placement for top performers.

• Fiber Splicers
• Lead Fiber Splicers (2 positions, one per shift)

• Minimum 2 years of lead experience
• Proven ability to:
  • Perform QC/QA
  • Provide PM reporting
  • Capture and manage site photos and documentation
  • Lead and coordinate teams of up to 8 splicers
• Serve as primary on-site point of contact per shift

• Mass fusion fiber splicing, including:
  • Ribbonization
  • 12–16 strand fusion
• Experience with:
  • MPO scopes
  • Fiber testing and troubleshooting (EXFO, Fujikura, or similar)
• Trunk routing and installation
• PDRs, LIUs, pigtails, and splice frames
• Cable tray installation
• Pulling fiber through Max Cell pathway systems
• Backbone and distribution fiber installation in high-density environments
• Pulling, landing, and splicing large-count fiber trunks across multiple floors
• Rack and patching preparation, including:
  • Installation of 45U racks
  • Installation of 4U fiber enclosures
• Front-end build work:
  • Construct PDRs with LIUs
  • Ribbonize and prep high-count fiber (base-12 to base-8)
  • Splice to MPO-8 pigtails
• Labeling and documentation of all cables, frames, and panels
• End-to-end fiber testing using Oracle/TIA methodologies
• Bonding and grounding of racks, frames, and trays

• Experience in data centers or high-density fiber environments
• Familiarity with large-scale backbone and distribution fiber projects

• First Shift: Day shift (12-hour schedule, clock starts on site)
• Second Shift: Night shift (12-hour schedule, clock starts on site)

• Project start:
  Mid-February
• Initial phase duration:
  Approximately 5–7 weeks
• Additional phases planned
• Opportunity for extension or permanent placement based on performance

• Hard hat with chin strap
• Cut‑resistant gloves
• Safety glasses
• High‑visibility vest

• One virtual interview
• No additional compliance requirements

This is a Contract position based out of Reston, VA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.