Tek One Solutions · 6 days ago
Fiber Splicing Technician - Traveling
Abilene, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$25/hr - $35/hr
3+ years expTek One Solutions is hiring experienced Fiber Splicing Technicians to support underground, aerial, and ISP splicing projects across multiple markets. The ideal candidates are safety-first, quality-driven technicians responsible for performing advanced fiber splicing, executing complete splice workflows, and mentoring junior technicians.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
William Wilson
Responsibilities
Perform advanced fiber splicing (OSP/ISP, aerial/underground), including ribbon splicing on 144–864 count cables; work with 200-micron fiber; and single/multifiber terminations (e.g., 12-count and 16-count)
Execute complete splice workflows: buffer tube prep, ribbonization/deribbonization, fusion splicing, heat-shrink, tray/ring management, enclosure sealing, labeling, and documentation
Read/interpret splicing schematics, OTDR traces, and power meter/light source results; isolate faults and restore service with minimal supervision
Build and maintain accurate daily production logs, test records, and as-built documentation (SmartSheets/Excel or similar)
Coordinate with field leadership on materials, timelines, site readiness, and traffic/safety controls
Mentor junior techs on best practices for quality, efficiency, and safety
Adhere to all safety standards; maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area
Qualification
Required
Hands-on fiber splicing experience (3–7+ years preferred) performing production splicing, restoration, and testing
Proven proficiency with ribbon splicing 144+ (up to 864) and handling 200-micron fiber
Comfortable with 12-count and 16-count fiber builds and documentation
Ability to read prints, splice diagrams, and update redlines/as-builts
Strong OTDR and power meter/light source testing skills; able to interpret and explain results
Valid driver's license; ability to obtain/maintain DOT medical card as required
Willing and able to travel extensively and work days/nights/weekends as projects require
OSHA 30 (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
First Aid/CPR (or ability to obtain)
Bucket truck certification (or ability to obtain)
Ability to pass pre-employment screening (e.g., drug screen, motor vehicle record, background as required by project)
fiber splicing: 2 years (Required)
144-832 count ribbon fiber splicing: 2 years (Required)
OTDR Testing: 2 years (Required)
Preferred
Experience with mid-span and live-network restoration work
Familiarity with multiple splice enclosure types (aerial/underground/hand-hole), inside-plant trays, and rack-mounted hardware
Proficiency with documentation tools (SmartSheets, Excel) and digital test result management
Prior leadership/crew lead experience (required for many Level III roles)
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Company
Tek One Solutions
Tek One Solutions is a staffing agency that considers customer service as high as technical excellence.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Nicholas Pacella
Vice President/Co-Founder
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