Fiber Testing & Splicing Tech — Field OTDR, Travel Pay

Hardy-Industries; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; 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 a national client base. You will perform OTDR tests, splice fibers, and troubleshoot network impairments in varied environments. This role emphasizes field reliability and precision in documentation.

Applicants should have 1 year of fiber/IT/telecom experience or 5+ years in the field, plus relevant certifications or equivalents. A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform fiber optic splicing using fusion/mechanical techniques.
• Conduct OTDR testing, power meter testing, and fiber certification.
• Identify fiber faults and perform continuity testing.
• Inspect and remediate connectors; replace fiber jumpers.
• Install, terminate, and test single-/multi-mode fiber cabling.
• Document test results, splicing records, and project deliverables.
• Work independently across diverse environments and adjust to service requests within territory.

Skills

Fiber testing & troubleshooting

OTDR testing

Fiber power meters & light sources

Fiber certification equipment

Fiber single/multi-mode understanding

Structured cabling knowledge

Read diagrams & blueprints

1 year fiber/IT/telecom experience

Education

FOA/CFOT/BICSI/Network+ certification or 5+ years field experience

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Light source

Fiber certification equipment

VFL

Fusion splicer kit

Optical multimeter

Job description

Hardy Industries is seeking skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support a national client base. You will perform OTDR tests, splice fibers, and troubleshoot network impairments in varied environments. This role emphasizes field reliability and precision in documentation.

Applicants should have 1 year of fiber/IT/telecom experience or 5+ years in the field, plus relevant certifications or equivalents. A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle are required.