TEKsystems · 13 hours ago
Fiber Splicer (ISP/Data Center)
Ashburn, VA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$25/hr - $35/hrTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking an experienced Senior Fiber Splicer / High‑Density Data Center Technician for a 2-month contract assignment. This role focuses on supporting a large-scale data center fiber infrastructure build, requiring expertise in mass fusion splicing and high-density fiber systems.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Perform mass fusion fiber splicing, including:
Ribbonization
12–16 strand fusion splicing
High‑count fiber builds (864f and 6,912f)
Build and prepare PDRs with LIUs
Ribbonize and prep fiber, converting base‑12 to base‑8
Splice trunks to MPO‑8 pigtails
Route and land large‑count fiber trunks through pathways to AFL splice frames
Execute fiber backbone and distribution builds across three floors
Pull, route, and manage 6,912‑fiber trunks through structured pathways
Install and prepare:
Rittal 45U racks
Corning 4U enclosures
Perform cable tray installations
Pull fiber through MaxCell pathway systems, maintaining proper bend radius and tension
Perform MPO inspection, testing, and troubleshooting using:
MPO scopes
EXFO and Fujikura test equipment
Perform end‑to‑end testing using Oracle / TIA methodologies
Label, document, and produce as‑built fiber documentation
Bond and ground all racks, frames, trays, and associated infrastructure
Serve in a lead role, overseeing two technicians (one per shift) and managing shift handoffs
Qualification
Required
Strong, verifiable experience in mass fusion fiber splicing
Extensive experience with: Ribbon fiber (12–16 count), High‑density MPO‑8 systems, Large‑count fiber backbones (4,000f+)
Proven data center experience
Hands‑on experience with EXFO and Fujikura splicing and testing equipment
Strong understanding of: MPO polarity and inspection standards, OTDR, Tier 1 and Tier 2 testing, Structured cabling and fiber routing best practices
Experience with: PDRs, LIUs, splice frames, pigtails, Cable tray and structured pathway systems
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, high‑accountability environment
Strong attention to detail in labeling, testing, and documentation
Preferred
Previous experience leading teams or acting as a lead splicer on data center builds
Experience on large‑scale hyperscale or colocation data center projects
Vendor training or certifications (Fujikura, EXFO, AFL, Corning preferred)
OSHA or site‑specific safety training
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
Founded in 1994
10001+ employees
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