Senior Fusion Splicer

Work location : Abilene, TX

Overview

Serves as lead field engineer responsible for all fusion splicing and testing activities in hyperscale or enterprise environments. Works independently or as second-in-command under the Splicing Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform advanced ribbon fusion splicing and testing to

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

by Jobble