Field Fiber Tech: OTDR Testing, Splicing & Troubleshooting

Hardy-Industries; Trussville (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; 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 national client base. This role goes beyond basic installations, including OTDR testing, splicing, and fault identification across diverse facilities.

As a 1099 contractor, you will work independently in various environments—from retail to data centers—delivering high-quality fiber solutions and documenting test results while traveling within your coverage area as needed.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of fiber optic and technical tasks including but not limited to:
• 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
• 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 & troubleshooting

OTDR testing

Ability to read diagrams

Professionalism

Education

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

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Light source

VFL

Fusion splicer

Fiber certification equipment

Job description

Hardy Industries is seeking skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support our national client base. This role goes beyond basic installations, including OTDR testing, splicing, and fault identification across diverse facilities.

As a 1099 contractor, you will work independently in various environments—from retail to data centers—delivering high-quality fiber solutions and documenting test results while traveling within your coverage area as needed.