Fiber Engineer

GCS Recruitment; Ephrata (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training and development

Exposure to large-scale fiber projects

Career progression

Collaborative working environment

Industry-leading fiber technologies

Job summary

GCS Recruitment is seeking a motivated Fiber Engineer to join our growing telecommunications team. This role focuses on fiber testing, QA, and network verification across multiple regions, with hands-on field experience and regular travel to project sites.

You will perform OTDR testing, review technical drawings, and document findings while supporting ISP/OSP activities. Strong teamwork, willingness to travel, and a proactive approach to learning are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of fiber optics, telecommunications, or cabling systems.
• Understanding of fiber testing principles; OTDR testing experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and network diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project locations.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned project sites within your regional territory.
• Perform fiber optic testing on newly installed and existing networks.
• Conduct OTDR testing and trace analysis to identify faults and signal loss.
• Verify network performance against project specifications and quality standards.
• Support ISP and OSP network activities, including testing and handover.
• Assist with building entry, fiber termination, and internal connectivity.
• Review technical drawings, network documentation, and field data.
• Maintain accurate testing records and project documentation.
• Communicate findings and progress updates with project teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Fiber optics basics

OTDR testing

Read network diagrams

Analytical thinking

Communication & teamwork

Travel willingness

Learning mindset

Tools

GIS mapping tools

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a motivated Fiber Engineer to join our growing telecommunications team. This role supports fiber optic network deployment projects across multiple regions, with a strong focus on fiber testing, quality assurance, and network verification. The position offers hands‑on field experience, regular travel to project sites, and excellent opportunities for learning and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned project sites within your regional territory.
• Perform fiber optic testing on newly installed and existing networks.
• Conduct OTDR testing and trace analysis to identify faults and signal loss.
• Verify network performance against project specifications and quality standards.
• Support ISP and OSP network activities, including testing and handover.
• Assist with building entry, fiber termination, and internal connectivity.
• Review technical drawings, network documentation, and field data.
• Maintain accurate testing records and project documentation.
• Communicate findings and progress updates with project teams and stakeholders.

Required Skills & Experience

• Basic knowledge of fiber optics, telecommunications, or cabling systems.
• Understanding of fiber testing principles; OTDR experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and network diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project locations.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn.

Desirable Skills

• Fiber splicing experience.
• Exposure to ISP/OSP network environments.
• Familiarity with GIS mapping tools and network layouts.
• Knowledge of fiber infrastructure, termination panels, ducts, and enclosures.

What We Offer

• Hands‑on training and development opportunities.
• Exposure to large‑scale fiber network deployment projects.
• Career progression within a growing telecommunications sector.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to work with industry‑leading fiber technologies.

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.