Traveling Fiber Optical Repair Technician

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🌾 Nebraska, North Carolina, +2 more states – Remote

🌾 Nebraska – Remote 🌲 North Carolina – Remote 🏈 Ohio – Remote 🤠 Texas – Remote

💵 $32 - $34 / hour

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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EOS IT Solutions

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1001 - 5000 employees

📦 Logistics

💼 Consulting

🏥 Healthcare

Logistics • Consulting • Healthcare

EOS IT Solutions is a company providing comprehensive IT lifecycle services, offering a wide range of solutions including supply chain management, warehousing, logistics, managed services, and hybrid workplace solutions. They specialize in areas such as networking, security, AV collaboration, and enterprise networking with an emphasis on environmental sustainability and supporting women in tech. As an Apple Authorized Reseller and a partner with organizations like Cisco and Google, EOS IT Solutions empowers customers through direct access to enterprise-grade networking solutions and green data center upgrades. Their services are designed to facilitate a seamless IT project execution on a global scale.

📋 Description

• Install, splice, test, troubleshoot, and maintain fiber optic cabling infrastructure. • Perform fusion and mechanical splicing of single-mode, multi-mode, and ribbon fibers. • Prepare and terminate fiber optic cables using industry-standard methods and tools. • Install and manage fiber in ODFs, splice trays, enclosures, and patch panels. • Strip, cleave, clean, and protect fibers. • Label and route fiber according to documentation and design standards. • Use OTDRs, OLTS, power meters, visual fault locators, and related equipment to certify and troubleshoot fiber links. • Perform insertion loss, return loss, and reflectance measurements. • Analyze OTDR traces to identify faults, splices, and connector losses. • Produce test results, reports, and documentation for client acceptance and compliance verification. • Diagnose and repair complex fiber optic network faults and respond to service outages. • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. • Execute high-count and ribbon fiber splicing, including mass fusion splicing. • Manage fiber assignments, routing, and labeling in large-scale installations. • Support network expansion, migration, and reconfiguration projects with minimal interruption. • Maintain records of splicing, testing, and repair activities. • Ensure compliance with ITU-T, FOA, BICSI, TIA/EIA, NEC, safety regulations, and company policies. • Participate in quality audits. • Support as-built documentation, change control, and test result archiving. • Work within mission-critical environments with precision, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety and quality standards. • Travel approximately 90% of the time.

🎯 Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years’ hands-on experience in fiber optic splicing, testing, and installation (Tier 2 or Tier 3 level). • Deep understanding of optical fiber theory, attenuation, dispersion, and signal integrity. • Proficiency with high-precision fusion splicers (e.g., Fujikura, Sumitomo, or INNO). • Skilled in interpreting fiber network design drawings, splice schematics, and optical budgets. • Experience working with both inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) environments. • Advanced use of OTDRs, light source/power meters, visual inspection scopes, and fiber identifiers. • Ability to interpret and troubleshoot complex OTDR traces and reflectometry data. • Knowledge of fiber characterization testing, DWDM/CWDM network considerations, and loss budgets. • Comfortable working within data center environments, including hot/cold aisles and structured cabling systems. • Understanding of cable management best practices, rack layouts, and physical infrastructure documentation. • Experience working in live network environments with strict uptime SLAs. • In-depth knowledge of safety standards for fiber optic work, including laser safety and confined space awareness. • Familiarity with environmental and electrical regulations (OSHA, NEC, and local standards). • Consistent track record of adhering to quality assurance processes and precision workmanship. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients. • Demonstrated leadership in mentoring junior technicians or overseeing small project teams. • Excellent time management, prioritization, and multitasking abilities under tight deadlines. • Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. • Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently in remote or field conditions. • Proficiency with digital documentation tools, fiber management software, and reporting systems. • Competent with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, or equivalent documentation platforms. • Familiarity with network monitoring tools and basic Layer 1–2 network concepts. • Must be located near a major airport.

🏖️ Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance starting the 1st of the month after your start date. • Travel pay for work-related travel outside your assigned local area, in accordance with EOS travel policy • Occasional overtime and bonus opportunities for hourly workers • 10 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually • 12 Paid Holidays • 6 Sick Days (available after 90 days of employment) • 401(k) Retirement Plan with a $2,500 company match (available after 90 days of employment) • Additional Travel Perks