Fiber Optic Field Tech – OSP/Data Center

TEKsystems; Burlington (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an Outside Plant Fiber Technician to support the installation, maintenance, and expansion of enterprise fiber optic infrastructure in Burlington, TX. This contract role targets candidates with experience in fiber optics, structured cabling, telecommunications, construction, and field operations.

The role includes installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber cabling, conducting site surveys, updating network records, monitoring performance, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of fiber optics and construction practices.
• Understanding of structured cabling in enterprise environments.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, troubleshoot, and repair fiber optic cabling and related infrastructure.
• Support network expansion projects, including conduit and cabling installations.
• Conduct site surveys, maintain documentation, and update network records.
• Monitor network performance and assist with outage response and maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, contractors, and vendors on infrastructure projects.

Skills

Fiber optics

Structured cabling

Construction practices

Network troubleshooting

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking an Outside Plant Fiber Technician to support the installation, maintenance, and expansion of enterprise fiber optic infrastructure in Burlington, TX. This contract role targets candidates with experience in fiber optics, structured cabling, telecommunications, construction, and field operations.

The role includes installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber cabling, conducting site surveys, updating network records, monitoring performance, and coordinating with