Fiber Field Tech: Testing, Splicing & Troubleshooting

Hardy-Industries; New London (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Profit sharing

Training & development

Job summary

Hardy Industries is seeking skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support our national client base. This role goes beyond basic testing, including OTDR certification, fault isolation, and field installations.

You will work independently across diverse environments such as retail, medical, corporate, and data center facilities. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required, with travel pay provided within an ~80‑mile radius from home.

Qualifications

• Fiber optic testing and troubleshooting skills required.
• Ability to read network diagrams and schematics.
• Experience with field fiber deployments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform fiber optic splicing using fusion and mechanical techniques.
• OTDR testing, power meter testing, light source testing, and fiber certification.
• Fiber continuity testing and fault-distance identification.
• Connector inspection, cleaning, and remediation.
• Patch‑cord troubleshooting and fiber jumper replacement.
• Installation, termination, and testing of single‑mode and multi‑mode fiber optic cabling.
• Identification and troubleshooting of customer‑premise and network‑side impairments.
• Documentation of test results, splicing records, and project deliverables.
• Work independently across environments including retail, medical, restaurant, corporate, telecom, and data center facilities.
• Maintain professionalism with clients and project stakeholders; be available within your coverage territory as needed.

Skills

Fiber testing

Troubleshooting

Network diagrams

Field experience

Education

FOA Certification

CFOT Certification

BICSI Certification

Network+ Certification

5+ years field experience

Tools

OTDRs

Power meters

Light sources

Fiber certification equipment

Visual fault locators

Fusion splicer kit

Optical multimeter

Job description

Hardy Industries is seeking skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support our national client base. This role goes beyond basic testing, including OTDR certification, fault isolation, and field installations.

You will work independently across diverse environments such as retail, medical, corporate, and data center facilities. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required, with travel pay provided within an ~80‑mile radius from home.