Field Fiber Technician - OTDR & Network Validation
Job in
Davenport, Scott County, Iowa, 52801, USA
Listing for:
GCS Recruitment
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-11-09
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a Field Technician to support fiber network deployments, testing, and service delivery across metro and long-haul fiber infrastructure. This role will perform fiber characterization, OTDR testing, troubleshooting, and network validation while ensuring projects are completed on time and meet customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities- Perform fiber testing, characterization, and connectivity validation.
- Analyze OTDR results to identify faults and network performance issues.
- Troubleshoot fiber infrastructure and support issue resolution.
- Maintain testing records, reports, and project documentation.
- Coordinate with project teams, vendors, and customers to meet delivery timelines.
- Ensure installations comply with grounding, power, cooling, and cabling standards.
- Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
- Experience with ISP/OSP fiber infrastructure.
- Strong OTDR testing and fiber troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge of fiber optic cable design, deployment, and splicing.
- Understanding of telecommunications and dark fiber networks.
- Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
- Experience with dark fiber delivery and telecommunications infrastructure projects.
- Hands-on fusion splicing experience.
- Knowledge of carrier hotels, colocation facilities, and interconnection environments.
- Strong project coordination and vendor management skills.
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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