Fiber Technician I: Cabling, Testing & Splicing

Technibus, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IES is seeking a Technician I - Fiber in the Texas area to perform fiber installation, termination, testing, and splicing across indoor and outdoor plant environments. The role covers building closets, wiring racks, and ensuring proper labeling and documentation.

You will use OTDR testing equipment and perform continuity checks, plus terminate diverse fiber connectors and maintain safety standards on site. Training and advancement opportunities are available within the company.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools.
• Must be proficient at terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems (Unicam, anaerobic, heat-cure).
• Must have Testing & Troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems experience (OTDR & PMLS).
• Must be able to meet IES driving standards policy.
• Prefer 2-3 years of experience in Fiber.
• Prefer Industry Certifications (Corning/FOA).
• Prefer Data Center installation experience.
• Prefer Mechanical and Fusion Splice experience.
• Prefer OSP / Confined Space Entry experience (splicing).
• Must be able to use the following trade Tools: Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX.

Responsibilities

• The Technician I - Fiber is responsible for all aspects of Fiber including installing, terminating, testing, and splicing.
• The Technician I - Fiber will install work area outlets for floors, modular furniture, and walls; terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks; mount faceplates and boxes; adhere to labeling standards.
• The Technician I - Fiber will build closets with backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber, and hardware; install grounding; complete IDC connections.
• The Technician I - Fiber performs testing with OTDR and Fluke DTX 180; troubleshoots with OTDR end-to-end.
• The Technician I - Fiber performs mechanical and fusion splicing; building entrance and breakout splices; indoor/outside plant work.

Skills

Self-motivated

Professional

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Reading and writing

Oral presentation

Travel readiness

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdriver

Drywall saw

Torpedo level

Tape measure

Snips

Pliers

Hammer

Wrench set

Cable stripper

Flashlight

Gloves

Punch tool

110/66 block blade

Crimp tool

Job description

IES is seeking a Technician I - Fiber in the Texas area to perform fiber installation, termination, testing, and splicing across indoor and outdoor plant environments. The role covers building closets, wiring racks, and ensuring proper labeling and documentation.

You will use OTDR testing equipment and perform continuity checks, plus terminate diverse fiber connectors and maintain safety standards on site. Training and advancement opportunities are available within the company.