What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiber Splicer Technician position at Team LINX?
Job Summary:
The Fusion Splicing Technician is responsible for the installation, termination, and certification of high-density fiber optic cable systems in telecom and data center environments. This role requires a minimum of three years of hands-on experience performing single-fiber and mass ribbon fusion splicing on trunk cables up to 3,456 fiber strands, proficiency with Fujikura fusion splicers and fiber test equipment, and the ability to supervise and mentor a team of fiber optic technicians.
About LINX:
Join a team that connects people through technology. We design, install, and support commercial network cabling for data centers, multimedia, security, and wireless systems.
In 2003, industry experts founded LINX to create the workplace they wanted—one built on integrity, teamwork, and innovation. These core values drive us daily, shaping a culture where employees grow and take pride in their work.
Headquartered in Denver, CO, with regional offices in Seattle, WA; Salt Lake City, UT; San Antonio, TX; Atlanta, GA; Cheyenne, WY; and Des Moines, IA, we’re growing fast! With AI, remote work, and digital transformation accelerating, now is the time to build your future with LINX.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Installation and Termination:
- Perform pitch conversion andribbonizationof loose-tube fiber cable using UV-cure matrix tooling, ribbon stripping tools, and V-groove array blocks at specified center-to-center spacing tolerances.
- Execute single-fiber and mass ribbon fusion splicing on high-density trunk cables up to 3,456 fiber strands using Fujikura 90R, 90RS, and 90RS Plus fusion splicers, including splice tray organization and pigtail termination within splice enclosures.
- Terminate fiber assemblies to patch panels with proper routing and bend radius management, verifyingendfacequality via inspection microscopy prior to connector mating.
Testing and Documentation:
- Test and certify completed fiber links using OTDRs, power meters, and light sources, verifying splice loss values and total link insertion loss against project specifications.
- Diagnose and resolve fiber faults including high-loss splices and cable breaks, utilizing OTDR trace analysis to pinpoint fault locations.
- Maintaincomplete project documentation including splice loss records, OTDR traces, as-built cable records, and corrective action logs.
Supervision and Training:
- Supervise and coordinate a team of fiber optic technicians across active projects, managingworkflowand ensuring work is completed on schedule andtospecification.
- Provide hands-on training and mentorship to technicians on fiber preparation,ribbonization, fusion splicing,endfaceinspection, and test equipment operation.
- Enforce industry safety standards and best practices,monitorteam performance, and deliver ongoing feedback to improve technical skills and workmanship quality.
Minimum Requirements
- Atleast 3years experienceinfiber optic cable installation, termination,splicingand testing.
- Experience performing single fiber and/or ribbon fiber fusion splicing, including fiber stripping, cleaving, andendfaceinspection, with working knowledge of splice enclosure organization and patch panel termination in telecom or data center environments.
- Hands-on experience operating Fujikura 90R, 90RS, and/or 90RS Plus fusion splicers withdemonstratedproficiencyin single fiber and ribbon fiber splicing techniques.
- Proficiencyin usingfiber optic testing equipment, such as OTDRs, powermetersand light sources.
- Familiarity with industry standards and safety protocols.
- Ability to supervise, manage, and train other team members.
Preferred Experience
- Demonstrated experience splicing high-density fiber optic trunk cables with fiber counts well beyond basic low-count installations, up to and including 3,456 fiber strand cables.
- Industry certification from FOA, ETA International, or BICSI in fiber optic installation and/or splicing (CFOT, CFOS/S, FOT, or Installer 2 Optical Fiber).
- Fujikura factory training certification or equivalent manufacturer-level splicer training, with verified field experience on high-density fiber trunk cable installations.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to work on ladders and use power tools; ability to lift/carry/setup a50 poundbox or ladder
- Must own low voltage tools, snips, cable strippers, screwdrivers, wrenches, etc.
- Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as needed; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must pass7 yearcriminal background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.
- Must have a valid driver's license, reliabletransportationand current automobile insurance
- High School diploma, or equivalent
Pay Rate:
$30.00 - $40.00/hour
TEAMLINX offers great benefits including:
- 401K with 50% employer match up to first5%
- Insurance options includingMedicalplans with Flexible Spending and/or Health Savings Accounts, Disability, Dental and Vision
- 8 Paid Holidays
- 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) combining sick pay and vacation days
- Career growth opportunities
Posting Deadline (Select One):
Evergreen Jobs:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This is an evergreen posting and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as hiring needs arise.
Jobs w/ Posting Deadline:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
This position will remain open until 6/30 or until filled.
Salary : $30 - $40