Fiber Technician 2

Insight Global; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Fiber Technician II / Fiber Splicer to support fiber optic infrastructure projects across client environments. You will install, splice, test, troubleshoot, and maintain fiber networks while working with moderate independence.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with fiber cabling, fusion splicing, and network deployments in fast-paced field environments, ready to mentor junior technicians and collaborate with vendor teams.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of fiber optic experience in telecom or network infrastructure.
• Experience with fiber optic cable installation, routing, termination, and fusion splicing.
• Ability to perform fiber testing and troubleshoot using OTDRs, light source/power meters, VFLs, and certification equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, test, troubleshoot, and maintain fiber optic networks.
• Support project delivery and schedule adherence in field environments.
• Mentor junior technicians and collaborate with internal teams and vendors.
• Read splice diagrams, fiber schematics, test results, and related documentation.

Skills

Fiber installation

Fusion splicing

Fiber testing

Troubleshooting

Network infrastructure

Education

Associate's degree or technical training

Tools

OTDRs

Light meters

VFLs

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Fiber Technician II / Fiber Splicer to support fiber optic infrastructure projects across client environments. This individual will be responsible for the installation, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of fiber optic networks while operating with moderate independence. The role will support project delivery, mentor junior technicians, and partner with internal teams and vendors to ensure successful execution. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with fiber optic cabling, fusion splicing, fiber testing, and network infrastructure deployments in fast‑paced field environments.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2–3+ years of experience in fiber optic, telecom, network infrastructure,
• Hands‑on experience with fiber optic cable installation, routing, termination, and fusion splicing
• Experience performing fiber testing and troubleshooting using tools such as OTDRs, light source/power meters, VFLs, and fiber certification equipment
• Strong understanding of fiber optic network standards, cable management, pathway installation, and industry best practices
• Ability to read and interpret splice diagrams, fiber schematics, test results, and technical documentation

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Associate's degree or equivalent technical/military experience
• Experience with single‑mode and multimode fiber, MPO/MTP connectivity, and fiber distribution systems
• Familiarity with both inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) fiber environments
• Experience with structured cabling installations, including copper and fiber infrastructure
• OSHA, CFOT, BICSI, FOA, NFPA 70E, or other relevant safety/industry certifications