Fiber Optic Testing & Splicing Technician - Field IT

Hardy-Industries; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full 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 growing national client base. This on-site role involves certifying fiber links with OTDRs, troubleshooting network impairments, performing fusion splicing, replacing damaged jumpers, and identifying faults across critical infrastructure.

Ideal candidates thrive in field work and complex connectivity challenges, with 1 year of fiber/IT/telecom experience or 5+ years in the field.

Qualifications

• Fiber optic testing and troubleshooting experience required.
• Experience with OTDRs, power meters, light sources, fiber certification equipment.
• Understanding of single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic systems.
• Familiarity with structured cabling standards and best practices.
• Ability to read network diagrams, splice schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• At least 1 year of Fiber, I.T., or Telecom experience, or 5+ years field experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of fiber optic and technical tasks including but not limited to: Fiber optic splicing using fusion and mechanical splicing 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 various environments including retail, medical, restaurant, corporate, telecommunications, and data center facilities
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism with clients and project stakeholders
• Be available to accept service requests within your coverage territory depending on your availability, NOT FULL TIME

Skills

Fiber testing

OTDR testing

Fusion splicing

Troubleshooting network impairments

Documentation

Blueprints & diagrams reading

Availability for service requests

Tools

OTDRs

Power meters

Light sources

Fiber certification equipment

Visual fault locators

Job description

Hardy Industries is seeking skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support our growing national client base. This on-site role involves certifying fiber links with OTDRs, troubleshooting network impairments, performing fusion splicing, replacing damaged jumpers, and identifying faults across critical infrastructure.

Ideal candidates thrive in field work and complex connectivity challenges, with 1 year of fiber/IT/telecom experience or 5+ years in the field.