Fiber Testing and/or Splicing IT Technician Contractor

Hardy-Industries; Deltona (FL); Presencial; USD 34 000 - 69 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Flexible schedule

Profit sharing

Training & development

Resumo da oferta

Hardy Industries is seeking skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support our national client base. This role goes far beyond simple cable testing, with OTDR testing, fault troubleshooting, and splicing in varied environments. You will work independently and travel as needed.

If you thrive in field challenges and delivering precise connectivitysolutions, this opportunity is for you.

Qualificações

• 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.
• One of: FOA/CFOT/BICSI/Network+ or 5+ years field experience.

Responsabilidades

• Perform fiber optic testing and splicing tasks across diverse environments.
• Execute OTDR testing, power meter testing, light source testing, and certify fibers.
• Identify faults, document results, and update project records.

Conhecimentos

Fiber testing

Troubleshooting

Splicing

Documentation

Formação académica

FOA Certification

CFOT Certification

BICSI Certification

Network+ Certification

Ferramentas

OTDR testing

Power meters

Light sources

Visual fault locator

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule


• Profit sharing


• Training & development

This Is Not Your Average Fiber Technician Job

Are you a hands-on Fiber Optic, I.T., or Telecom professional looking for something beyond basic installations? Hardy Industries is seeking skilled, driven Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support our growing national client base. This role goes far beyond simple cable testing — one day you may be certifying fiber links with an OTDR, the next you're troubleshooting network impairments, performing fusion splicing (only if you know how), replacing damaged jumpers, or identifying faults across critical infrastructure.

If you're the kind of person who thrives in the field and enjoys solving complex connectivity challenges, this opportunity is for you.

Job 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 - (Select techs who already know how)
  
  
  • 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

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Fiber optic testing and troubleshooting experience required


• Experience with OTDRs, power meters, light sources, fiber certification equipment, and visual fault locators


• 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, and one of the following:
  
  
  
  • FOA Certification
  
  
  • CFOT Certification
  
  
  • BICSI Certification
  
  
  • Network+ Certification
  
  
  • OR 5+ years verifiable Fiber, I.T., or Telecom field experience
  
  
  
  

Required Equipment & Qualifications

• Reliable personal vehicle (Public transportation not accepted)


• Valid driver's license


• Must have a standard set of fiber optic and telecommunications tools
  
  
  
  • if you have the following it's a plus but do NOT rush out to buy them:
    
    
    
    • 1KM OTDR
    
    
    • multi color VFL's
    
    
    • fiber cleaning kit
    
    
    • fusion splicer kit
    
    
    • optical multimeter
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Laptop capable of documenting test results and accessing project documentation


• Smartphone with mobile hotspot


• Ability to safely handle and operate fiber testing and splicing equipment


• Ability to accept job assignments based on your availability; being available for emergency or after-hours work is a strong advantage


• Strong attention to detail, punctuality, professionalism, and quality workmanship

Compensation & Perks

• 1099 contractor position


• Paid hourly while on site


• Travel pay included (based on travel time; approximately an 80-mile radius from home)


• App-based tracking for job time and travel


• Opportunity to work on fiber infrastructure, telecommunications, enterprise networking, and data center projects nationwide


• Exposure to new technologies, clients, and challenging technical environments


• Opportunity to expand your fiber optic, telecommunications, and networking skill set

About Hardy Industries

Hardy Industries is a trusted provider of I.T., Telecommunications, and Infrastructure Services supporting clients nationwide. We specialize in fiber optic testing and splicing, structured cabling, network infrastructure, telecommunications systems, point-of-sale deployments, and field technology services. Our mission is to deliver reliable, scalable, and efficient technology solutions that keep our clients connected and operational.