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Maintain, coordinate, and manage installation of JSP offered services for all outside plant infrastructure. * Provide daily updates on OSP activities and coordinate meetings with relevant ...

Outside Plant Manager

Oregon, WI · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Lead a crew of tower climbers, fiber splicers, and OSP construction technicians on outside plant infrastructure projects across Oregon, Alaska, and Hawaii. Responsibilities * crew supervision * OSP ...

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$90 - $120/hr

Lead a crew of tower climbers, fiber splicers, and OSP construction technicians on outside plant infrastructure projects across Oregon, Alaska, and Hawaii. Responsibilities * crew supervision * OSP ...

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Install and maintain outside plant (OSP) copper and fiber optic facilities and associated OSP telecommunications equipment. Install direct buried cable and other facilities using plowing, digging ...

Outside Plant Engineer

Oregon, WI · On-site

$85 - $125/hr

Knowledge of outside plant engineering practices * Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical/science/mathematics fields preferred as an 'even better' qualification * Experience with CAD, 3GIS ...

The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work Orders for land developments, new buildings, single line requests, Rehab, DSL, FTTN, FTTH ...

The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work Orders for land developments, new buildings, single line requests, Rehab, DSL, FTTN, FTTH ...

Category Engineering Open Date 2/12/2026 Close Date Created By Mark Griffin Description The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work ...

Category Engineering Open Date 6/8/2026 Close Date Created By Mark Griffin Description The Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work ...

IQ Fiber is seeking a Manager, Outside Plant Engineering to oversee the planning, design, and execution of outside plant (OSP) construction and maintenance activities. This role leads cross ...

Outside Plant Engineer II/III

Richmond, VA · On-site

$38.46 - $43.26/hr

Company Description Timmons Group is currently looking for a full time Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) in Richmond, VA. . The OSP Engineer will be responsible for providing technical and ...

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How much do outside plant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for outside plant in the United States is $26.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an outside plant technician?

An Outside Plant (OSP) technician is a professional responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure that exists outside of buildings. This includes laying and splicing fiber optic cables, managing copper wire networks, and ensuring connectivity for internet, phone, and television services. OSP technicians work outdoors, often in various weather conditions, to ensure reliable network services for residential and commercial customers.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an outside plant technician?

Outside Plant Technicians typically spend their days installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications cables and equipment outside of central offices—often working outdoors in various weather conditions. This includes tasks like splicing fiber optic or copper cables, conducting site surveys, troubleshooting service issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The role often requires collaborating closely with field engineers, construction crews, and network planners to complete projects efficiently and minimize service disruptions. Daily work may also involve driving between job sites and keeping detailed records of work performed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an outside plant technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Outside Plant Technician, you need a solid understanding of telecommunications infrastructure, cabling installation, splicing, and troubleshooting, typically supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with fiber optic and copper cabling tools, GIS mapping systems, and safety certifications like OSHA are essential. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top technicians apart in coordinating with teams and responding to field challenges. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring reliable network performance and safety in dynamic outdoor environments.

What is the difference between Outside Plant vs Cable Splicer?

AspectOutside PlantCable Splicer
CertificationsFiber optic and telecommunications certificationsFiber optic and telecommunications certifications
Work EnvironmentFieldwork outdoors, installing and maintaining infrastructureFieldwork outdoors, splicing and repairing cables
Employer & IndustryTelecom, cable providers, utility companiesTelecom, cable providers, utility companies

Outside Plant workers focus on installing, maintaining, and repairing the physical infrastructure of telecommunications networks outdoors. Cable Splicers specialize in connecting and repairing fiber optic or cable lines through splicing. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in the same environments, but their specific tasks differ within the telecommunications infrastructure.

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Infographic showing various Outside Plant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 69% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 30% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,711 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Outside Plant Technician

TekSynap

Arlington, VA

$48K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain, coordinate, and manage installation of JSP offered services for all outside plant infrastructure.
  • Provide daily updates on OSP activities and coordinate meetings with relevant stakeholders.
  • Read and develop construction-related plans and drawings and interface with commercial vendors and utility officials.
  • Process WHS and State/Local Government permits for OSP activities and coordinate Pentagon Reservation access for supporting vendors.
  • Provide site surveys and data for projects involving outside plant installations.
  • Comply with BICSI and JSP OSP standards and provide monthly records of surveys, permits, tickets closed, and meetings attended.
  • Develop, perform, and coordinate tickets for outside plant incidents and provide emergency restoration services upon notification of OSP-related outages.
  • Conduct detailed surveys of MHs, HHs, and A-Ring tunnel infrastructure and provide corrective actions as needed.
  • Capture and update data related to infrastructure condition, duct fill, and maintenance requirements.
  • Develop comprehensive plans for bringing OSP infrastructure into compliance with standards when non-compliance is identified.
  • Manage and complete emergency restoration services for OSP infrastructure upon notification of incidents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience:
    • 3-5 years’ experience
  • Clearance: Must possess Secret clearance

We are seeking an Outside Plant Technician to join our team supporting DISA JSP ETM in Arlington, VA.

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com. 

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The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation.

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As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.


WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Location: Arlington, VA
  • Type of environment: Office
  • Noise level: Medium
  • Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
  • Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S. Citizen

Secret clearance

 

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $48,000 - $125,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements.  The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Many positions require specific certifications and/or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.  Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.


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