Data Center Senior Fiber Tech

Work location : Abilene, TX

Overview

As Senior Fusion Splicer at KMM, you will perform high-precision ribbon and single fiber splicing, lead restoration cutovers, and validate fiber performance using OTDR and power meters. Youll operate advanced splicing gear, maintain detailed documentation, and mentor junior technicians while ensuring all work meets stringent quality and safety standards.

KMM is hiring a Senior Fusion Splicer / Field Engineer III to lead advanced fiber splicing and testing operations across hyperscale and enterprise environments. This role demands expert-level proficiency in ribbon and single fiber splicing, OTDR testing, and restoration activities using Fujikura, AFL, and Viavi equipment. Candidates will serve as either independent field leads or second-in-command under the Splicing Manager, ensuring precision, safety, and documentation excellence across all deployments.

• .Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform advanced ribbon fusion splicing and testing to <0.02 dB standards

Lead complex cutovers and fiber restoration activities

Operate and maintain Fujikura, AFL, and Viavi gear

Perform splicing, termination, and testing of fiber optic cables, ribbon and single fiber optic cables.

Ensure all splicing meets quality standards and project specifications.

Operate fusion splicing equipment and related fiber optic tools.

Conduct fiber characterization, troubleshooting, and testing with OTDR and power meters

Maintain accurate splicing documentation, labeling, and as-built records

Follow all site safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and company protocols

Produce complete test reports and documentation

Mentor junior splicers and ensure procedural consistency

Qualifications

58 years in fusion splicing and OTDR testing

Competent with Viavi Certifier40G, SmartOTDR, or equivalent

BICSI Installer II Fiber or higher preferred

Strong background in hyperscale or campus network builds

Experience in fiber splicing, ribbon splicing and single cable splicing

Familiar with data center labeling and cable management standards

Hands-on proficiency with splicers, cleavers, and OTDR equipment

Strong knowledge of fusion splicing, OTDR testing, and fiber optic standards

Ability to read and interpret splicing diagrams, schematics, and work orders

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Ability to travel nationwide

Benefits :

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and weekly pay

Opportunities for professional development and advancement

A collaborative and innovative work environment

Paid Holidays, Vacation and Personal Days

Fortune 500 benefits through ADP TotalSource

401K with company matching

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program through ADP TotalSource

Employee Discounts through ADP TotalSource

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