Data Center Fiber Splicer & Tester

The Archetype Strategy; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Flexible Time Off

Paid Holidays

Technology Allowance

Leadership Development

Job summary

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions is hiring a Data Center Splicer to install, splice, terminate, and test fiber optic cabling in mission-critical data center environments. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and meticulous documentation while supporting new construction and maintenance activities.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of fiber optic splicing experience, reads construction drawings, and is knowledgeable about ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years fiber optic splicing experience in data center or similar environments.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and splice diagrams.
• Familiarity with ANSI/TIA and industry best practices for fiber installations.

Responsibilities

• Perform fusion and ribbon splicing and termination of single-mode and multimode fiber.
• Install, route, dress, and secure fiber cabling per project specs.
• Test fiber systems using OTDRs, power meters, light sources, and related gear.
• Interpret drawings, splice matrices, cable schedules, and network diagrams.
• Label, document, and maintain records of routes, splice results, and tests.
• Troubleshoot and repair damaged fiber systems and ensure quality standards.
• Coordinate with project managers and other trades to meet milestones.
• Maintain clean work areas and follow site safety protocols.
• Support commissioning activities and customer acceptance testing.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Documentation skills

Reading drawings

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fusion splicing equipment

OTDR testing

Power meter testing

Fiber inspection scopes

Job description

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions is hiring a Data Center Splicer to install, splice, terminate, and test fiber optic cabling in mission-critical data center environments. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and meticulous documentation while supporting new construction and maintenance activities.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of fiber optic splicing experience, reads construction drawings, and is knowledgeable about ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards.