Fiber Splicer

Overview Immediate Hiring: Level III Fiber Splicers - Contract-to-Hire - Hyperscale ISP projects Location: Abilene, TX Job Type: Full-time | Hourly Non-Exempt | Contract-to-Hire (Direct) Why Join Us? Be part of history as we support the first build of 20 Stargate Data Centers, including one of the largest Artificial Intelligence Data Centers in the world. Phase one is complete, and phase two is underway with 10 buildings planned onsite. Allegiance Supply, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and an ISO 9001-certified company, supporting the federal government and telecom carriers with high-quality distribution and staffing solutions. Learn more: Schedule & Pay Shifts: 7:00 AM CST to 7:00 PM CST and 7:00 PM CST to 7:00 AM CST (6 days a week to start) Pay: $34.00 to $38.00/hr + Overtime Available Per Diem: $178/day for each travel day Schedule Options Option 1: Three weeks on-site, followed by one week at home (rotational). Option 2: Continuous schedule of up to 52 weeks. Travel Policy (for rotational schedule) You may choose to either fly or drive round trip between the work site and your permanent residence. Flying: Eligible to expense a round-trip flight, airport parking, or reasonable Uber/taxi fare to and from the airport. Driving: Eligible for mileage reimbursement at $0.72 per mile for round trips. Travel time is not compensated. Benefits We believe people are our greatest asset. The comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical & Dental Coverage - Affordable plans for you and your family. 401(k) Retirement Plan - Employer matching contributions. Life & Disability Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO). Career Advancement Opportunities. Paid Training Programs. Employee Referral Bonus Program. Role Overview We are seeking experienced Level II Fiber Splicers to prep, splice, and test high-count ribbon fiber (6912) on hyperscale ISP projects. You will perform spider ribbon splicing with rollable ribbon at 16 strands, not the normal 12. Candidates must be quality-driven, safety-focused, and ready to travel 100% nationwide. Splicing Responsibilities Use Fujikura 90R (required) with 16-count V groove 200-micron holders. Splice 16-count ribbon to two 8-count ribbons. Splicing 864 ribbons per OSE (6912 trunk to 288 pigtails). Maintain tray/cable organization with precision. Testing Responsibilities Use EXFO MPO Singlemode Tier-1 Certification Kit. Perform BIDI OTDR testing (2 fibers per 288 cables). Power meter testing with pinned/unpinned leads. Threshold: ≤2.0 dB loss. Document and submit accurate results. Other Key Responsibilities Performs complex splicing projects for both new and existing customers with little to no direction. Independently troubleshoots customer networks and reads/processes test results to provide customer deliverables. Creates Smart Sheets and Excel trackers to accurately track project schedules and progress. Independently reads/interprets prints and creates work assignments for other Splicers. Accurately collects all pertinent information from pre-job inspections and customer field meetings. Supports operational leadership with the management of on-site project elements such as time, materials, documentation, production updates, tool, and equipment. Professionally interacts with and communicates with external vendors, customers, subcontractors, and internal leadership to ensure accurate information is disseminated to all parties. Proactively identifies and escalates project and personnel issues to operational leadership where appropriate. Creates training plans and conducts training for other Splicers and serves as a leader in the field, driving quality, efficiency, production, and safety. Utilizes expert-level splicing skills to identify, recommend, and implement process improvements across Splicing group. Possesses advanced understanding of all safety risks while working in a safety sensitive position, adhering to all safety requirements and standards. Performs other duties as assigned by leadership. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED with relevant work experience. 3-7 years of experience performing fiber optic cable splicing projects required. OSHA 30 and First-Aid and/or CPR certifications preferred. Advanced ability to read and interpret construction prints, drawings, and splice matrixes. Ability to determine equipment needs, cable route, safety practices, and perform splicing in live facilities. Proficient in mid-level OTDR and power meter testing. Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship. English fluency (read/write/speak) for safe communication on site. Strong teamwork and adaptability to diverse teams. Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment with time management and accountability. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must have a valid driver's license with a clean MVR; pre-employment drug/alcohol testing may be required. Physical & Functional Requirements Ability to sit, stand, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, twist, crawl and perform physical tasks for extended periods. Manual dexterity to operate power tools and equipment. Exposure to noise; proper safety equipment required on site. Vision requirements: close, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment. Ability to climb ladders/scaffolding or work from aerial lifts; outdoor work in all weather conditions. Must be able to operate a vehicle safely and perform desk-based computer tasks. Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Equal Opportunity Employer Allegiance Supply Inc. is a Disabled Veteran-Owned Enterprise and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Allegiance