Technician I - Fiber

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

LOCATED IN HASKELL, TX!

Job Summary:

The Technician I - Fiber is responsible for all aspects, of Fiber including but not limited to installing, terminating, testing, and splicing.

General Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Cabling & Termination

• The Technician I - Fiber must have basic copper termination skills
• The Technician I - Fiber will install a work area outlet for the floor, modular furniture, and wall (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks. Mount faceplates and surface mount boxes correctly. Adhere to IES COMMUNICATIONS labeling standards).
• The Technician I - Fiber will build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic, and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g. terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).
• The Technician I - Fiber performs testing, continuity test horizontal and riser cable, use of volt-ohmmeter, troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts, and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable.
• The Technician I - Fiber installs LC, SC, ST, FC, FDDI, SMA, and MPO/MTP connectors, for both multi-mode & single-mode fiber
• The Technician I - Fiber will terminate simplex & duplex jumper cord
• The Technician I - Fiber will terminate & breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. Corning/Commscope)
• The Technician I - Fiber will terminate & breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. 3DNX)
• The Technician I - Fiber will terminate indoor tight buffered multimode and single-mode fiber
• The Technician I - Fiber will install fan-out kits including buffer tube
• The Technician I - Fiber will calculate the end to end loss budgets in accordance with TIA/EIA standards for multimode & single-mode fiber
• The Technician I - Fiber will fully complete all IES paperwork accurately and on time specifically, timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, Job Blog, tool transfers and others as required

• The Technician I - Fiber will complete any other duties as assigned

Testing

• The Technician I - Fiber will test using an OTDR, Fluke DTX 180
• The Technician I - Fiber troubleshoots using an OTDR to identify and correct problems end to end, and Network-wide

Splicing

• The Technician I - Fiber will perform mechanical splicing with all types of fiber cable
• The Technician I - Fiber will perform fusion splicing with all types of fiber cable
• The Technician I - Fiber performs building entrance splices, maintenance space, and direct buried splices

Min

USD $22.00/Hr.

Max

USD $26.00/Hr.

Qualifications

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The Technician I - Fiber must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional, and help create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s).
• The Technician I - Fiber must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• The Technician I - Fiber must possess and be proficient with the listed tools.
• The Technician I - Fiber must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• The Technician I - Fiber must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively read, write, and give oral presentation(s).
• The Technician I - Fiber must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder, and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• The Technician I - Fiber must be able to stand and walk very large job sites regularly.
• The Technician I - Fiber must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read the small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• The Technician I - Fiber must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Regular attendance is mandatory

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

• 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.

Career Path:

• Project/Crew Lead

Minimum Years of Experience

0-2

License Required

No

Minimum Education

High School

Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.

NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

EEO & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

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Workplace Type

Onsite