Lead Fiber Optic Cabling Technician

Iron Systems, Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Systems, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking an experienced fibre technician to install and route fibre trunks, perform terminations and splicing, and ensure accurate documentation and strict safety practices.

You will test with OLTS/OTDR, interpret results, and remediate issues while coaching junior installers and coordinating with patching/test labeling leads. Preferred credentials include FOA CFOT/CFOS or BICSI Installer credentials.

Qualifications

• Experience with SM/MM, MPO/MTP, LC connections and polarity methods.
• Familiarity with BICSI/ANSI-TIA fibre installation standards.
• Ability to document fibre routes and test results meticulously.

Responsibilities

• Install and route fibre trunks per pathways plan with proper bend radii and strain relief.
• Terminate/splice fibre and install enclosures, cassette, splice trays, polarity control.
• Perform fibre tests (OLTS/OTDR) and interpret results; remediate as needed.
• Practice connector care: inspect end faces, clean, caps, contamination control.
• Lead workmanship quality and coach junior installers; coordinate with patching/test labeling leads.

Skills

SM/MM fiber knowledge

MPO/MTP LC connectivity

Polarity methods

High-density fibre management

Documentation discipline

Safety discipline

Education

FOA CFOT/CFOS

BICSI Installer/Technician

Tools

OLTS/OTDR

Fibre test equipment

Job description

Iron Systems, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking an experienced fibre technician to install and route fibre trunks, perform terminations and splicing, and ensure accurate documentation and strict safety practices.

You will test with OLTS/OTDR, interpret results, and remediate issues while coaching junior installers and coordinating with patching/test labeling leads. Preferred credentials include FOA CFOT/CFOS or BICSI Installer credentials.