Fiber Technician

Net Fiber One is hiring fiber optic splicers and technicians across all experience levels for data center and high-count fiber work in the DC metro area.

Job Title: Fiber Optic Splicer / Technician
Company: Net Fiber One
Location: Washington, DC metro / Northern Virginia (Ashburn and surrounding data center corridor). Travel required.
Pay: $35–$75/hour, depending on experience
Type: Full-time. Heavy overtime available.

About Net Fiber One

Net Fiber One is the DC area’s leading fiber contractor. We install, splice, test, and turn up high-count single-mode fiber for data centers and critical infrastructure. Work includes backbone trunks, splice enclosures, MPO and cassette systems, ISP/OSP, production splicing. Crews run on tight schedules, often on extended shifts, with travel and per diem when the job requires it.

The Role

We are hiring technicians at multiple levels, from helpers and apprentices who can learn the trade to experienced splicers who can run a case and own a fiber count. Pay tracks skill, speed, and reliability.

What You’ll Do

• Prep, pull, dress, and secure high-count single-mode fiber (including 288-count through 6913-count trunks)
• Fusion-splice single-mode fiber in splice frames, OSEs, and enclosures to spec
• Build, label, and test MPO, cassette, and panel assemblies
• Run OTDR and power-meter tests, interpret traces, and correct faults
• Follow labeling, polarity, and as-built standards
• Work safely in active data halls, cable tray, conduit, and MMR environments
• Travel to project sites as assigned; overtime and weekend work are common

What We’re Looking For

All levels

• Reliable transportation and ability to pass a background check
• Willingness to work 10- to 12-hour shifts, nights, and weekends
• Comfort working at height, in tight spaces, and around active construction
• Ability to travel within the DC metro and, as needed, farther

Entry / developing

• Construction, low-voltage, or telecom experience is a plus
• Willingness to learn splicing, testing, and data center standards on the job

Experienced splicer

• Proven single-mode fusion splicing on high-count cable
• OTDR and power-meter experience
• Familiarity with data center fiber: ribbon or loose tube, MPO polarity, cassettes, and splice enclosures
• Ability to hit production rates and keep a clean, labeled case

Certifications (CFOT, manufacturer splice certs) are a plus, not required.

Pay and Benefits

• $35–$75/hour, based on experience and demonstrated production
• Medical and dental
• 401(k)
• Substantial overtime
• Travel opportunities, with lodging and per diem on qualifying jobs

How to Apply

Send a short note with years of fiber or low-voltage experience, splicing background (if any), and the rate you’re looking for. Include a phone number. Experienced splicers: mention typical fiber counts, tools you run (splicer model, OTDR), and recent project types.

Net Fiber One
Manassas, Virginia
DC metro fiber contractor

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $75