Sr Fiber Technician

Job Description

Sr Fiber Technician

Others, Colorado

Job Summary

Fiber Optic Splicing Technician / Lead Fiber Technician

Position Summary

The Fiber Optic Splicing Technician is responsible for the installation, splicing, termination, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of singlemode fiber optic infrastructure in industrial, commercial, and outdoor plant environments. This role requires advanced technical expertise in fiber optic systems, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to lead field crews while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to industry standards. The technician will work closely with customers, project managers, contractors, and field personnel to support critical communications and network infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Fiber Splicing and Termination

• Perform fusion splicing of singlemode fiber optic cables in accordance with industry best practices.
• Construct, organize, and maintain underground fiber splice cases, wall-mounted splice enclosures, and fiber distribution panels.
• Install and terminate mechanical connectors, splice-on connectors, and LC APC/UPC connectors.
• Inspect, clean, and troubleshoot fiber optic connections to ensure optimal network performance.
• Maintain proper fiber management practices, including cable routing and bend radius requirements.

Fiber Testing and Troubleshooting

• Conduct fiber certification and troubleshooting using Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs), Visual Fault Locators (VFLs), and Optical Loss Test Sets (OLTS).
• Analyze and interpret test results to identify fiber faults, excessive losses, reflections, and connectivity issues.
• Document test results and maintain accurate records for project turnover and quality assurance purposes.
• Troubleshoot fiber optic infrastructure and coordinate corrective actions to restore service.

Skill Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience performing fusion splicing of singlemode fiber optic cable.
• Proficiency with OTDR, VFL, and OLTS testing equipment.
• Experience building and maintaining fiber splice enclosures, distribution panels, and termination systems.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic connector types, termination methods, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret fiber network diagrams, test reports, and construction drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience directing crews and coordinating field activities.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in industrial, energy, oil and gas, petrochemical, or refinery environments.
• Experience with multimode fiber splicing, testing, and certification.
• Knowledge of fiber optic network architecture and telecommunications infrastructure.
• OSHA safety certifications and fiber optic industry certifications.
• Experience supporting mission-critical communication networks and outside plant fiber systems.

Core Competencies

• Fusion Fiber Splicing
• OTDR Testing and Analysis
• Fiber Network Troubleshooting
• Singlemode Fiber Expertise
• Fiber Enclosure Construction
• Connector Installation and Termination
• Leadership and Crew Management
• Customer and Stakeholder Communication
• Technical Documentation
• Safety Leadership and Compliance
• Quality Assurance
• Project Coordination and Execution

Other Requirements

Fiber Cable Installation

• Install, prepare, strip, splice, and terminate various types of singlemode fiber optic cable.
• Work with loose tube, armored, and outside plant fiber optic cable in both aerial and underground applications.
• Support network expansion, upgrades, maintenance, and restoration activities.
• Ensure all fiber installations meet company, customer, and industry standards.

Network Infrastructure Support

• Support installation and maintenance of fiber optic network hardware including transceivers, patch panels, and cross-connect systems.
• Understand and apply fiber optic standards related to SFP, SFP+, QSFP, LC APC, and LC UPC connectivity.
• Verify fiber patch cord compatibility and proper application for network equipment.
• Assist with network troubleshooting and infrastructure documentation.

Leadership and Customer Coordination

• Lead and coordinate field crews, subcontractors, and technicians during project execution.
• Assign daily work activities and ensure projects remain on schedule and within quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with customer representatives, project managers, supervisors, and site personnel.
• Mentor and train junior technicians on fiber splicing, testing procedures, and industry best practices.
• Maintain a professional customer-focused approach while representing the organization on-site.

Equipment, Safety, and Operations

• Safely operate and maintain fiber splicing trailers, testing equipment, vehicles, and specialized tools.
• Ensure all fiber splicing and testing equipment remains calibrated and operational.
• Follow all company, customer, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work independently and effectively manage multiple priorities in dynamic field environments.

Maximum Salary (US): 95000

Minimum Salary (US): 82000

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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, youll supercharge your potential. Youll find your career. And youll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate's pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.