A Photonics Technician is responsible for assembling, dismantling, installing, calibrating, testing, operating and repairing lasers. They also may perform alignment procedures, clean optics, integrate lasers with opto-mechanics parts, work on laser documentation and troubleshoot.
Enterprise technology office — not a data center Position Overview Tek One Solutions is seeking an experienced Fiber Optic Repair Technician / Fiber Splicer for a high-availability network environment in Portland, Oregon. This role focuses on fiber repair, restoration, fusion splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of critical optical infrastructure. We are looking for a highly skilled technician who can diagnose fiber faults, perform clean repairs, interpret test results, and work confidently around live network infrastructure. Responsibilities Perform fiber optic fault isolation, repair, and service restoration Fusion splice single-mode, multimode, and ribbon fiber Perform emergency restoration and planned maintenance Prepare fiber cables including stripping, cleaning, cleaving, splicing, and protection Work within splice cases, ODFs, and fiber distribution environments Test and troubleshoot fiber using:
OTDR OLTS
Optical power meters VFL Fiber identifiers Inspection microscopes/scopes Interpret OTDR traces, loss readings, reflectance, and event tables Identify breaks, microbends, connector faults, and other fiber issues Perform post-repair testing and verification Document repairs, test results, and maintenance activities Troubleshoot recurring fiber issues and assist with root-cause analysis Coordinate restoration activity with field teams and network personnel Maintain strict safety, quality, and cleanliness standards Participate in emergency response and on-call support as required Required Experience 5+ years of fiber optic splicing, repair, testing, or restoration experience Strong fusion splicing experience Experience with ribbon and mass fusion splicing Ability to interpret OTDR traces and troubleshoot optical loss Experience with OS1/OS2 and
OM3/OM4/OM5
fiber Familiarity with LC, SC, MPO, and MTP connectors Experience with high-count fiber systems such as 864- and 1728-count Experience working with both ISP and OSP fiber infrastructure Knowledge of Layer 1 infrastructure and optical signal paths Ability to work independently during critical repair situations Preferred Experience Backbone, metro, enterprise, or mission-critical optical network experience Data center or large enterprise structured cabling experience Fiber restoration under SLA requirements Root-cause and failure analysis Digital fiber management or ticketing systems BICSI, FOA, or related fiber certifications Safety & Quality Candidates should be familiar with: Laser safety PPE requirements Lockout/Tagout procedures Fiber handling and disposal practices Industry standards including TIA/EIA, NEC, BICSI, FOA, and related fiber standards Interview & Onboarding Qualified candidates will complete: Resume and experience review Technical screening interview Final project-team interview Site-specific onboarding and access requirements Benefits Eligible employees may receive: Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Benefits beginning the first of the month following hire PTO after 90 days Paid holidays after 90 days 401(k) eligibility after 90 days This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fiber splicer or optical repair technician who wants to work on advanced, high-count fiber infrastructure in a mission-critical enterprise environment. #TOS
