Fiber Optic Field Technician - Install, Test & Repair

Austin Industries, Inc.; Borger (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industries, Inc. is seeking a Fiber Technician to install, maintain and troubleshoot fiber optic networks across multiple job sites.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency and adherence to company standards while working on-site and during transit. You will perform splice enclosure installations, fusion splicing, testing, and report generation, coordinate daily crew activities, and ensure a safe, high-quality work site.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiber splice enclosures and coordination on-site
• Ability to perform light level testing and OLTS
• Commitment to safety and OSHA practices

Responsibilities

• Installation of fiber splice enclosures
• Onsite plant fiber optic cable slicing, to include both loose tube fiber and ribbon fiber
• Fusion Splicing
• Unidirectional and bidirectional fiber testing
• Light Level Testing, OLTS
• Fiber troubleshooting and repair, test report generation
• Coordinate daily crew activities and work schedule
• Maintaining a safe and quality work site and location
• Maintain Fiber equipment and tools
• Daily inspection of all equipment assigned to crew
• Maintain daily production rates
• Ensure work is conducted in a safe manner and according to company safety and OSHA practices

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Fusion splicing

Testing and measurement

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Tools

Splice enclosures

OLTS equipment

Cable testing tools

Job description

Austin Industries, Inc. is seeking a Fiber Technician to install, maintain and troubleshoot fiber optic networks across multiple job sites.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency and adherence to company standards while working on-site and during transit. You will perform splice enclosure installations, fusion splicing, testing, and report generation, coordinate daily crew activities, and ensure a safe, high-quality work site.