Fiber Testing & Splicing Technician — Flexible Field Expert

Hardy-Industries; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 62,000; 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 growing national client base. This role involves challenging fiber work, OTDR testing, and splicing in diverse environments across the country.

You will diagnose impairments, perform fusion splicing where qualified, and document results. A hands-on problem-solver with strong field experience and reliable tools will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Fiber 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, IT, or Telecom experience, and one of FOA/CFOT/BICSI/Network+ or 5+ years field experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of fiber optic and technical tasks including but not limited to: Fusion/splicing, 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 cabling.
• Identify and troubleshoot customer-premise and network-side impairments; document test results, splicing records, and project deliverables.
• Work independently across environments including retail, medical, and data centers; maintain professionalism with clients and stakeholders.
• Be available to accept service requests within your coverage territory depending on availability; emergency or after-hours work is a strong advantage.

Skills

Fiber testing

OTDR testing

Fiber certification equipment

Structured cabling

Network diagrams

Field experience

Education

FOA/CFOT/BICSI/Network+ certification

5+ years field experience in fiber/IT/telecom

Tools

1KM OTDR

multi color VFLs

fiber cleaning kit

fusion splicer kit

optical multimeter

Job description

Hardy Industries is seeking skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support our growing national client base. This role involves challenging fiber work, OTDR testing, and splicing in diverse environments across the country.

You will diagnose impairments, perform fusion splicing where qualified, and document results. A hands-on problem-solver with strong field experience and reliable tools will thrive here.