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Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Fiber Optic Specialist

Devens, MA · On-site

$30 - $48/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join the power movement as a Fiber Optic Specialist The Fiber Optic Specialist on the SPARC ... Conduct the handling, routing, splicing, testing, and potential repair of 1000's of fibers ...

IPG Photonics

Assembler - Small Piece

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Perform optical fiber preparation, fiber splicing, and related assembly tasks. * Conduct incoming inspection of components and materials to ensure compliance with product specifications. * Perform ...

IPG Photonics

Assembler - Small Piece

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Perform optical fiber preparation, fiber splicing, and related assembly tasks. * Conduct incoming inspection of components and materials to ensure compliance with product specifications. * Perform ...

IPG Photonics

Assembler - Small Piece

Marlborough, MA

$17.49 - $20.33/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Perform optical fiber preparation, fiber splicing, and related assembly tasks. * Conduct incoming inspection of components and materials to ensure compliance with product specifications. * Perform ...

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Dycom Industries, Inc.

Fiber Splicer - Marlborough

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$26 - $30.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hourly Discover a more connected career At Communications Construction Group, LLC, as a Fiber ... Your splicing work is essential for keeping strong and reliable connections, ensuring data travels ...

Dycom Industries, Inc.

Fiber Splicer - Worcester

Worcester, MA · On-site

$25 - $29.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hourly Discover a more connected career At Communications Construction Group, LLC, as a Fiber ... Your splicing work is essential for keeping strong and reliable connections, ensuring data travels ...

Astound

Outside Plant Technician

Framingham, MA · On-site

$26 - $29/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Observe and assist co-workers with fiber splicing activities * Complete and distribute required documentation, such as work orders and daily logs * Install, replace, and repaircoaxial and fiber optic ...

Luck Grove Telecom Inc

OSP Construction Manager

Worcester, MA · Remote

$65K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Quality of fiber installation, splicing prep, and enclosure work * Accurate daily reporting and documentation * Effective crew management and productive work environment * Minimal rework and ...

Luck Grove Telecom Inc

OSP Construction Manager

Worcester, MA · Remote

$65K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Quality of fiber installation, splicing prep, and enclosure work * Accurate daily reporting and documentation * Effective crew management and productive work environment * Minimal rework and ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for fiber splicing in Worcester, MA is $26.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.99 and $28.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a fiber splicer do?

A typical day for a Fiber Splicer involves preparing fiber cables, performing precise splicing and termination, conducting tests to confirm network integrity, and troubleshooting issues as they arise. You may work at various sites, both indoors and outdoors, often alongside construction teams, network engineers, or client representatives. Documentation of work performed and strict adherence to safety protocols are integral parts of the job. This role offers hands-on problem-solving opportunities and requires adaptability due to varying locations and project needs. Over time, Fiber Splicers can advance into supervisory, training, or specialized network roles within telecommunication organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in fiber splicing, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fiber Splicing professional, you need strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of fiber optic networks, often supported by vocational training or industry certifications such as FOA or ETA. Experience with optical time-domain reflectometers (OTDR), fusion splicers, and related testing equipment is highly valuable. Problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and clear communication are important soft skills for coordinating with installation crews and addressing client needs. These competencies are essential to ensure precise splicing, network reliability, and efficient project completion in the field.

What is fiber splicing?

A Fiber Splicing job involves connecting two fiber optic cables by fusing their glass cores together to ensure a continuous optical signal. This process is essential for building and maintaining fiber optic networks used in telecommunications, internet infrastructure, and other data transmission systems. Fiber splicers work with specialized tools and equipment to test, troubleshoot, and repair fiber connections. The job requires technical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of safety procedures. It is commonly performed in outdoor environments, data centers, and telecommunications facilities.

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Infographic showing various Fiber Splicing job openings in Worcester, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,056 per year, or $26.5 per hour.

Fiber Optic Specialist

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Devens, MA

$30 - $48/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: 

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we're designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. 

We're in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we've raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.

Now we're looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who'll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. 

If that's you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Fiber Optic Specialist 

The Fiber Optic Specialist on the SPARC Assembly Team is an exciting and evolving role with a responsibility for performing all aspects of optical fiber work such as fiber handling, splicing, testing, and incorporation of fibers into complex design features in the process of assembling our fusion machine. The technician will ensure functional installation, health, and operation of the fibers, as well as look for opportunities for continuous improvement. Responsibilities include close cooperation with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and other departments to ensure goals and objectives are met. This role will lead the way to making Earth sustainable for the future to come.

This work is conducted within a multi-disciplinary team of technicians and engineers. Participation and clear, concise communication while working with the team is crucial.

This position will cover the first shift - 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, with opportunities for overtime in certain periods related to schedule needs.

 
 
What you'll do:
  • Conduct the handling, routing, splicing, testing, and potential repair of 1000's of fibers throughout the SPARC fusion machine
  • Perform mechanical integration of small assemblies adjacent or in conjunction with the fiber work, such as passthrough flanges and enclosures for the fibers
  • Install composite or polymer wrappings for the fibers and their enclosures
  • Train other technicians as needed in the proper installation, splicing, routing, and measurement procedures
  • Improve safety protocols for laser and fiber optic handling
  • Fulfill manufacturing and R&D fiber needs
What we're looking for:
  • 4+ years experience in fiber optics field applications
  • Experience with taking attenuation, insertion loss, and spectral analysis measurements using various measurement equipment (such as OTDR, OSA, OBR, power meter, etc.)
  • Must have experience fiber handling in a lab setting with known standards
Bonus points for:
  • 7+ years experience in fiber optics field applications
  • Experience in utilizing distributed sensing arrays
  • Experience with polyimide and a variety of coated fibers
  • At least 1 year experience in teaching and/or training fiber splicing techniques and cable assemblies
  • Experienced with designing, building, and testing fiber cable assemblies, particularly in cryogen and vacuum conditions
  • Experience performing fiber optic work in environments with limited space or requiring odd positions.
  • Skills:
    • Fiber coating removal
    • Fiber re-coating
    • Specialty fiber splicing
    • Fiber proof-testing
  • Measurement and analysis techniques with optical tools and equipment such as interrogators, optical multiplexers, optical switches, fault locators, OTDR, etc.
  • Knowledgeable about various optics sensing techniques and optical attenuation/insertion loss mechanisms
  • Basic Materials Science knowledge
  • Good communication skills
  • Good attention to detail
Must-have Requirements:
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
  • Perform activities:
    • Stooping, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
    • May need to operate in small confined places in odd locations
    • Work locations could include being on platforms around 25 feet high
  • Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
  • Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
$30 - $48 an hour
Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include:
  Competitive compensation with equity
  13 Company-wide Holidays
  Flexible vacation days
  10 sick days
  Generous parental leave policy
  Health, dental, and vision insurance
  401(k) with employer matching
  Professional growth opportunities
  Team-building activities
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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we're eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, "Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.
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