Fiber Optic Technician – Structured Cabling (Houston)

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Dose is seeking experienced Fiber Optic Technicians to support projects in the Houston area. Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in fiber installation, testing, and troubleshooting in commercial and industrial environments.

Responsibilities include fusion splicing, conducting tests, and ensuring that work meets safety standards. A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and a valid driver's license are required. Willingness to travel for project needs is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in fiber splicing, termination, and testing.
• Proven data center experience required.
• Valid Driver’s License necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform fusion splicing and terminating fiber optic cables.
• Conduct testing using OTDR and power meters.
• Troubleshoot and resolve fiber optic issues in the field.

Skills

Fusion splicing

Fiber termination

Fiber testing

Attention to detail

Job description

Network Cabling Services (NCS) is hiring experienced Fiber Optic Technicians to support commercial, industrial, and data center projects in the Houston area and surrounding regions. This role requires travel and strong hands-on experience in fiber installation, testing, and troubleshooting within critical environments.

What You’ll Do

• Perform fusion splicing of fiber optic cables
• Terminate fiber using anaerobic connectors (LC, ST, SC)
• Conduct testing using OTDR and power meters
• Troubleshoot and resolve fiber optic issues in the field
• Ensure all work meets industry and safety standards
• Install, route, and manage fiber within data center environments
• Must be able to travel

Data Center Experience (Required)

• Experience working in live/critical data center environments
• Knowledge of structured cabling systems (fiber & copper)
• Familiarity with:
• Rack and stack installations
• Cable tray and ladder rack systems
• Patch panels and cross-connects
• Ability to follow strict change management and access protocols
• Understanding TIA-942 standards and data center best practices.

What It Takes to Succeed

• Strong experience with:
• Fusion splicing
• Fiber termination
• Fiber testing and troubleshooting
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-security environments
• Strong attention to detail and documentation
• Willingness to travel for project assignments

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in:
• Fiber splicing (Required)
• Fiber termination (Required)
• Fiber testing (OTDR, power meters)
• Proven data center experience (Required)
• Working knowledge of BICSI, EIA/TIA, NEC, and TIA-942 standards
• Valid Driver’s License (Required)

Work Environment

• Commercial, industrial, and data center job sites
• Multiple project locations
• Travel required based on project needs