Field Fiber Tech: Testing, Splicing & Flexible Schedule

Hardy-Industries; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Profit sharing

Training & development

Paid hourly on site

Travel pay

Job summary

Hardy Industries seeks skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support a nationwide client base. You will perform OTDR testing, fusion splicing, fault isolation, and network troubleshooting across diverse facilities including retail, medical, and data centers.

You will document results and work with clients to ensure reliable, high-quality fiber infrastructure. A 1099 contractor role with on-site pay and travel is offered, with opportunities for skill expansion.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiber testing and fault troubleshooting in field environments.
• Familiarity with OTDR, power meters, light sources, and certification tools.
• Understanding of single-mode and multi-mode fiber systems.

Responsibilities

• Fiber splicing using fusion and mechanical techniques.
• 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 diverse environments (retail, medical, restaurant, corporate, telecom, data center).
• Maintain professionalism with clients and project stakeholders.
• Be available to accept service requests within your coverage territory (not full-time).
• Respect safety and best practices in field settings.

Skills

Fiber testing

OTDR testing

Fusion splicing

Troubleshooting networks

Fiber optics knowledge

Tools

OTDR equipment

Power meters

Light sources

Fiber certification tools

Job description

Hardy Industries seeks skilled Fiber Testing and Splicing Technicians to support a nationwide client base. You will perform OTDR testing, fusion splicing, fault isolation, and network troubleshooting across diverse facilities including retail, medical, and data centers.

You will document results and work with clients to ensure reliable, high-quality fiber infrastructure. A 1099 contractor role with on-site pay and travel is offered, with opportunities for skill expansion.