Fiber Splicer (ISP/Data Center)

Senior Fiber Splicer / High-Density Data Center Technician

Location: Ashburn, VA
Duration: 2-Month Contract
Shift: Multiple shifts (lead coverage required)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Fiber Splicer / High-Density Data Center Technician for a 2-month contract assignment supporting a large-scale data center fiber infrastructure build in Ashburn, VA. This role requires deep hands-on expertise in mass fusion splicing, MPO systems, and ultra-high-count fiber backbones.
This position is intended for seasoned splicing professionals with proven data center experience-not general fiber technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mass fusion fiber splicing, including:
  • Ribbonization
  • 12-16 strand fusion splicing
  • High-count fiber builds (864f and 6,912f)
• Build and prepare PDRs with LIUs
• Ribbonize and prep fiber, converting base-12 to base-8
• Splice trunks to MPO-8 pigtails
• Route and land large-count fiber trunks through pathways to AFL splice frames
• Execute fiber backbone and distribution builds across three floors
• Pull, route, and manage 6,912-fiber trunks through structured pathways
• Install and prepare:
  • Rittal 45U racks
  • Corning 4U enclosures
• Perform cable tray installations
• Pull fiber through MaxCell pathway systems, maintaining proper bend radius and tension
• Perform MPO inspection, testing, and troubleshooting using:
  • MPO scopes
  • EXFO and Fujikura test equipment
• Perform end-to-end testing using Oracle / TIA methodologies
• Label, document, and produce as-built fiber documentation
• Bond and ground all racks, frames, trays, and associated infrastructure
• Serve in a lead role, overseeing two technicians (one per shift) and managing shift handoffs

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Strong, verifiable experience in mass fusion fiber splicing
• Extensive experience with:
  • Ribbon fiber (12-16 count)
  • High-density MPO-8 systems
  • Large-count fiber backbones (4,000f+)
• Proven data center experience
• Hands-on experience with EXFO and Fujikura splicing and testing equipment
• Strong understanding of:
  • MPO polarity and inspection standards
  • OTDR, Tier 1 and Tier 2 testing
  • Structured cabling and fiber routing best practices
• Experience with:
  • PDRs, LIUs, splice frames, pigtails
  • Cable tray and structured pathway systems
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
• Strong attention to detail in labeling, testing, and documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience leading teams or acting as a lead splicer on data center builds
• Experience on large-scale hyperscale or colocation data center projects
• Vendor training or certifications (Fujikura, EXFO, AFL, Corning preferred)
• OSHA or site-specific safety training

Engagement Details

• Contract Length: 2 months
• Location: On-site in Ashburn, VA
• Schedule: Multiple shifts; flexibility required
• Start: Immediate / ASAP

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Ashburn, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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 Ashburn,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.
>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.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.