Job Description

Overview

Technical Diagnostic Services (TDS), a TechPro Power Group company, has been providing service solutions for over 25 years in the Power Generation, Oil & Gas/Petrochemical, and Heavy Process industries. They are seeking skilled industrial Fiber Optic Technicians/Splicers for a project in Port Arthur, Texas.

Responsibilities

  • Prep, install, splice, terminate, and test fiber optic cables into industrial Remote I/O cabinets and related equipment.
  • Strip, clean, and cleave single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic strands using precision hand tools.
  • Perform fusion or mechanical splicing and attach connectors via epoxy or mechanical setups.
  • Use diagnostic equipment to verify bandwidth performance and locate signal faults.
  • Route cables neatly into patch panels and manage safety clearances.
  • Safely use hand and power tools, metering and testing equipment.
  • Collaborate with team members and customers to complete projects on time.
  • Follow safety protocols and maintain accurate records of work performed.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3-5+ years of experience in fiber optic cable installation and testing.
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
  • Strong communication skills for customer interaction and technical support.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex equipment communication issues.
  • Experience with daily reporting and documentation of work performed.
  • Commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Knowledge of industry-specific safety standards (OSHA, NFPA 70E).

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision

Additional Information

  • Project involves LNG Processing & Terminal Facility in Port Arthur, Texas.
  • Long-term project duration (multi-year).
  • Per Diem provided at $140/day.
  • Full-time schedule: Mon–Thurs (4-10's) + 8hr/Fri.
  • Shift: Days.
  • Start Date: Immediately- November, 2026.

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision

How this job compares in Fort Worth, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Texas currently run a median of $31/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $25–$39/hr across 326 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Fort Worth, TX

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The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Zachry Group (33), Austin Industries (30), and Welding Shop in Austin, TX (21). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

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