SR Fiber Optic Splicer

Insight Global; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) after 90 days

Paid time off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a skilled Lead Splicer to perform fiber splicing on large-count fiber and support testing in active data centers. The role requires hands-on experience with fusion splicing, connectors, and jumper replacements, plus thorough documentation of test results.

The candidate will work with installation teams, perform OTDR and fiber certification testing, troubleshoot signal loss, and assist with commissioning in hyperscale data centers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of fiber optic splicing experience.
• Experience splicing fiber counts from 12-strand through 432-strand fiber.
• Strong troubleshooting skills within fiber optic environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform fiber splicing on cabling ranging from 12-count to 432-count fiber.
• Support installation teams by testing newly installed fiber infrastructure.
• Conduct OTDR testing and fiber certification.
• Troubleshoot fiber connectivity issues and identify signal loss or performance concerns.
• Repair damaged fiber and perform jumper replacements as necessary.
• Install and terminate connectors, including work involving vacant-seat connectors.
• Review test results and validate fiber performance.
• Document splice results and testing reports.
• Support commissioning and turn-up efforts within the LinkedIn data center.

Skills

Fiber splicing

Troubleshooting

OTDR testing

Fiber certification testing

Light level testing

Lead Splicer

Single/Multimode fiber knowledge

Tools

EXFO

Fluke

Job description

Job Description

Perform fiber splicing on cabling ranging from 12-count to 432-count fiber

Support installation teams by testing newly installed fiber infrastructure

Conduct OTDR testing and fiber certification

Troubleshoot fiber connectivity issues and identify signal loss or performance concerns

Repair damaged fiber and perform jumper replacements as necessary

Install and terminate connectors, including work involving vacant-seat connectors

Review test results and validate fiber performance

Document splice results and testing reports

Support commissioning and turn-up efforts within the LinkedIn data center

Compensation:

$30/hr to $40/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.

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Skills and Requirements

5+ years of fiber optic splicing experience

Experience splicing fiber counts from 12-strand through 432-strand fiber

Strong troubleshooting skills within fiber optic environments

Hands-on experience performing:

• Fusion splicing
• Fiber terminations
• Connector installations
• Jumper replacements

Experience utilizing and interpreting:

• OTDR testing
• Fiber certification testing
• Light level testing

Experience working in active data center environments Experience working in hyperscale or enterprise data centers

Previous LinkedIn, Meta, Google, Microsoft, or AWS data center experience

Lead Splicer experience

Knowledge of both single-mode and multi-mode fiber systems

Experience using EXFO, Fluke, or similar testing equipment

Experience supporting large-scale fiber deployments

Certifications:

• OSHA 10 preferred
• BICSI certification preferred
• Fiber manufacturer certifications are a plus