What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ribbon Splicer position at TEKsystems?
looking to build their team of Fiber Splicers specifically with the ability to do Ribbon Splicing. This is a newer skill that is becoming more common in the OSP field to speed up the process of splicing fiber.
- The Fiber Technician will install a work area outlet for the floor, modular furniture, and wall (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks. Mount faceplates and surface mount boxes correctly.
- The Fiber Technician will build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic, and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g. terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).
- The Fiber Technician performs testing, continuity test horizontal and riser cable, use of volt-ohmmeter, troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts, and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable.
- The Fiber Technician installs LC, SC, ST, FC, FDDI, SMA, and MPO/MTP connectors, for both multi-mode & single-mode fiber
- The Fiber Technician will terminate simplex & duplex jumper cord
- The Fiber Technician will terminate & breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. Corning/Commscope)
- The Fiber Technician will terminate & breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. 3DNX)
- The Fiber Technician will terminate indoor tight buffered multimode and single-mode fiber
TESTING
The Fiber Technician will test using an OTDR, Fluke DTX 180
The Fiber Technician troubleshoots using an OTDR to identify and correct problems end to end, and Network-wide
SPLICING
The Fiber Technician will perform mechanical splicing with all types of fiber cable
The Fiber Technician will perform fusion splicing with all types of fiber cable
The Fiber Technician performs building entrance splices, maintenance space, and direct buried splices
*Skills*
Fiber optic, Splicing, Splice, Fiber optic testing, Ribbon Splicing, Fiber optic splicing, Fiber splicing
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent
Must be proficient at terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems (Unicam, anaerobic, heat-cure)
Must have Testing & Troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems experience (OTDR & PMLS)
Prefer 3-5 years of experience in Fiber
Prefer Industry Certifications (Corning/FOA)
Prefer Data Center installation experience
Prefer Mechanical and Fusion Splice experience
Prefer OSP / Confined Space Entry experience (splicing)
Must be able to use the following trade Tools: Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX.
*Pay and Benefits*
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
* 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)
*Workplace Type*
This is a fully onsite position in Montgomery,AL.
*Application Deadline*
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
- The Fiber Technician will install a work area outlet for the floor, modular furniture, and wall (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks. Mount faceplates and surface mount boxes correctly.
- The Fiber Technician will build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic, and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g. terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).
- The Fiber Technician performs testing, continuity test horizontal and riser cable, use of volt-ohmmeter, troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts, and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable.
- The Fiber Technician installs LC, SC, ST, FC, FDDI, SMA, and MPO/MTP connectors, for both multi-mode & single-mode fiber
- The Fiber Technician will terminate simplex & duplex jumper cord
- The Fiber Technician will terminate & breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. Corning/Commscope)
- The Fiber Technician will terminate & breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. 3DNX)
- The Fiber Technician will terminate indoor tight buffered multimode and single-mode fiber
TESTING
The Fiber Technician will test using an OTDR, Fluke DTX 180
The Fiber Technician troubleshoots using an OTDR to identify and correct problems end to end, and Network-wide
SPLICING
The Fiber Technician will perform mechanical splicing with all types of fiber cable
The Fiber Technician will perform fusion splicing with all types of fiber cable
The Fiber Technician performs building entrance splices, maintenance space, and direct buried splices
*Skills*
Fiber optic, Splicing, Splice, Fiber optic testing, Ribbon Splicing, Fiber optic splicing, Fiber splicing
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent
Must be proficient at terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems (Unicam, anaerobic, heat-cure)
Must have Testing & Troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems experience (OTDR & PMLS)
Prefer 3-5 years of experience in Fiber
Prefer Industry Certifications (Corning/FOA)
Prefer Data Center installation experience
Prefer Mechanical and Fusion Splice experience
Prefer OSP / Confined Space Entry experience (splicing)
Must be able to use the following trade Tools: Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX.
*Pay and Benefits*
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
* 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)
*Workplace Type*
This is a fully onsite position in Montgomery,AL.
*Application Deadline*
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $28 - $35
