Fiber Transport Engineer - OTDR & Network Tech

GCS Recruitment; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment is seeking a Network Technician / Fiber Engineer to support and maintain fiber optic and telecommunications network infrastructure. This hands-on role covers troubleshooting, testing, installation, maintenance, and service restoration across transport and IP networks.

The ideal candidate will have experience with fiber optics, OTDR testing, and Ethernet/IP networking, and will perform preventive maintenance while updating logs and documentation to ensure reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Hands-on role involving fiber testing, installation, maintenance and service restoration.
• Troubleshoot and maintain fiber optic and telecom network equipment.
• Update maintenance records and trouble tickets; maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain fiber optic and telecom network equipment.
• Perform network testing, installation, provisioning, and maintenance activities.
• Support fiber transport, Ethernet, SONET, and IP network technologies.
• Assist with network restoration and outage response.
• Perform preventive maintenance on network and critical infrastructure equipment.
• Maintain inventory, tools, test equipment, and related documentation.
• Update maintenance records, work logs, and trouble tickets.

Skills

Fiber Optics

OTDR Testing

Fiber Troubleshooting

Telecom Networks

Ethernet / SONET / IP Networking

Network Maintenance

Optical Transport

OSP Infrastructure

Job description

GCS Recruitment is seeking a Network Technician / Fiber Engineer to support and maintain fiber optic and telecommunications network infrastructure. This hands-on role covers troubleshooting, testing, installation, maintenance, and service restoration across transport and IP networks.

The ideal candidate will have experience with fiber optics, OTDR testing, and Ethernet/IP networking, and will perform preventive maintenance while updating logs and documentation to ensure reliable operations.