Apprentice Fiber Technician: OPGW & High-Voltage Training

Advanced Electric Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel per diem

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

On‑the‑job training

Career advancement

Safety training

Equipment tools and gear

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Advanced Electric Systems (AES), a Quanta Services company, is seeking Apprentice Fiber Technicians to build a long-term career in fiber optic infrastructure. You will receive hands‑on training, work with experienced technicians, and help install, splice, and test OPGW systems on high‑voltage transmission projects across North America.

Travel is a key part of the role, with assignments often requiring overnight stays and relocation to project sites.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn the fiber optic trade and develop into a skilled Fiber Technician.
• No prior fiber experience required; fiber experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to work with tools.
• Ability to learn and follow technical instructions and procedures.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly for work, including overnight and extended project assignments.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Ability to work outdoors year‑round in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• OPGW fiber optic installation, splicing, testing, and troubleshooting
• Working primarily with OPGW fiber associated with high‑voltage transmission lines
• Fusion and mechanical splicing of fiber optic cables under the direction of experienced technicians
• Operating OTDRs, power meters, VFLs, and other fiber testing equipment
• Reading and understanding fiber schematics, OPGW splicing diagrams, network maps, and construction drawings
• Installing and maintaining OPGW splice enclosures, hardware, patch panels, and other fiber components
• Performing fiber testing and documenting test results
• Assisting experienced technicians with troubleshooting and identifying fiber faults
• Learning proper fiber preparation, splicing, testing, and documentation procedures
• Maintaining accurate daily logs, splice records, test results, and other project documentation
• Working closely with Journeyman Fiber Technicians, project managers, engineers, and field crews
• Following all company safety practices and site‑specific safety requirements
• Learning and following proper procedures when working around high‑voltage transmission infrastructure
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Traveling regularly to project locations throughout the region and/or across North America
• Working extended and varying assignments based on project requirements
• Staying overnight away from home as required by project location and schedule

Skills

Willingness to learn

Ability to travel regularly

Valid driver’s license

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Outdoor work readiness

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Advanced Electric Systems (AES), a Quanta Services company, is seeking Apprentice Fiber Technicians to build a long-term career in fiber optic infrastructure. You will receive hands‑on training, work with experienced technicians, and help install, splice, and test OPGW systems on high‑voltage transmission projects across North America.

Travel is a key part of the role, with assignments often requiring overnight stays and relocation to project sites.