Fiber Technician

Techie Vaibhav; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Techie Vaibhav in Abu Dhabi oversees fiber optic cabling projects, including installation, splicing, testing, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. This role acts as the primary on-site technical resource, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to TAQA/utility standards, while coordinating with HSE Officers.

Key duties involve OTDR testing, cable termination, patch panel installation, and site documentation.

Qualifications

• ITI or Diploma in telecom, electrical, or electronics.
• 2+ years hands-on fiber optic installation and testing.
• Fiber splicing certification preferred.
• UAE driving license an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, test, and commission fiber optic systems.
• Perform OTDR and power meter testing; analyze results.
• Terminate and splice fiber cables; install patch panels and racks.
• Coordinate with project engineers; ensure safety and site discipline.
• Maintain documentation and as-built markups per project standards.

Skills

Fiber splicing

OTDR testing

Patch cord management

Live env safety

Education

ITI / Diploma in Telecom

Electrical/Electronics diploma

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Patch panels

Job description

The Fiber Technician is responsible for the end-to-end installation, splicing, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of fiber optic and structured data cabling systems within telecom and utility environments.

The role serves as the primary on-site technical resource for all fiber-related activities, ensuring high-quality workmanship, compliance with TAQA/utility standards, and coordination with HSE Officers.

Key Responsibilities

Perform fiber optic cable laying, routing, dressing, and termination.

Conduct OTDR testing, power meter testing, and end-to-end link validation; analyze and interpret test results.

Execute cable termination and splicing of various types of fiber cables.

Install and terminate Cat6/Cat6A structured cabling systems including patch panels and RJ45 connectors.

Assemble, install, and terminate fiber patch panels, ODF/FODF, racks, and telecom cabinets.

Perform labeling, tagging, documentation updates, and as-built markups as per project standards.

Support telecom equipment installation including routers, switches, optical amplifiers, and related accessories (physical level only).

Troubleshoot fiber faults, attenuation issues, connectivity failures, and damaged cores.

Ensure proper cable management, tray routing, earthing, and compliance with telecom and electrical safety requirements.

Coordinate with project engineers during installation, testing, and commissioning.

Work in coordination with HSE officers and comply with site safety requirements.

Maintain high standards of housekeeping and site discipline within the work environments.

Requirements

Technical & Site Competency

Hands-on experience in fiber splicing and OTDR trace interpretation.

Familiarity with optical connectors (LC, SC, ST, etc.) and patch cord management.

Ability to read fiber route drawings, cable schedules, and basic layout drawings.

Experience working in telecom rooms, substations, or infrastructure sites is an advantage.

Basic understanding of working in live environments with attention to safety and discipline.

Familiarity with utility access procedures, site induction processes, and working within regulated substation environments.

Ability to comply with client-mandated competency assessments and documentation requirements prior to site deployment.

Ability to follow PTW procedures and comply with HSE guidance provided by site HSE officers.

Qualifications

ITI / Diploma in Telecom, Electrical, Electronics, or equivalent technical field.

Experience working on TAQA, TRANSCO, or similar UAE utility transmission projects is preferred.

Fiber splicing certification is preferred.

UAE driving license is an advantage.

Experience

2+ years of hands-on experience in fiber optic installation, splicing, and testing.

Experience in telecom, utility, or infrastructure projects is an advantage.

Capable of independently handling installation and testing tasks under engineer supervision.