Fiber Splicing Technician

Job Description: Ribbon Splicer – Data Center (Contract-to-Hire) Location: Abilene, TX (long-term project) Schedule: 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation | 6x10 or 6x12 shifts Overtime: 20+ hours per week Pay: $27 to $40 per hour (based on ribbon experience) (up to $44 based on high count cable and data center experience) Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

About the Role We are hiring on behalf of our client for an experienced Ribbon Splicer to support a large-scale data center project in Abilene, TX. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with competitive pay and travel benefits. The successful candidate will bring proven ribbon fiber splicing experience, OTDR testing expertise, and the flexibility to work in a demanding data center environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality ribbon fiber optic splicing, including mass fusion splicing.
• Conduct OTDR testing and troubleshoot as needed to ensure network integrity.
• Document all splicing and testing results with precision.
• Follow industry best practices and safety standards at all times.
• Collaborate with project managers and team members to meet deadlines.

Requirements

• 1+ years of ribbon splicing experience (data center experience strongly preferred).
• Proficiency with OTDR testing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in splicing and testing.
• Willingness to work extended hours on a rotational schedule (3 weeks on, 1 week off).
• Must be open to long-term assignment work in Abilene, TX.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $27 to $40 per hour (based on ribbon experience) (up to $44 based on high count cable and data center experience)
• Per Diem: $178/day (paid 7 days a week while traveling).
• Schedule: 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation | 6x10 or 6x12 shifts.
• Overtime: 20+ hours per week.
• Referral Program: Competitive referral bonus program available.
• Opportunity to convert from contract to full-time employment with our client.