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Fiber Characterization Technician (Traveling) Expenses fully covered. Multiple locations

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Hiring organization
1099careers
Industry
Telecommunications/IT
Primary trade
Fiber
Work type
Contract
Employment type
CONTRACTOR
Originally posted

About the opportunity

Seeking an experienced 1099 Fiber Characterization Technician to travel to project sites and perform fiber testing, characterization, and documentation for new builds, turn-ups, and troubleshooting. This is a field-first role for someone who can work independently, produce clean test results, and communicate findings clearly.

Scope of Work / Responsibilities

  • Travel to job sites (regional and/or nationwide) to perform fiber characterization and acceptance testing
  • Perform Tier 1 and Tier 2 testing as required, including:
  • Inspect and clean fiber end faces; re-test to confirm results
  • Identify and document issues such as:
  • Deliver accurate closeout documentation, including:
  • Coordinate with PMs, splicing crews, and construction teams to resolve failures quickly
  • Maintain equipment readiness and calibration status
  • Follow all site safety rules and any required compliance documentation (PPE, traffic control, site orientation, etc.)

Required Experience / Qualifications

  • Proven field experience performing fiber testing/characterization (OTDR + loss testing)
  • Strong understanding of:
  • Ability to read prints/fiber maps and work to customer specs
  • Strong documentation habits (your results must be audit-ready)
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel/overnight as needed

Preferred (Nice to Have)

  • Experience with FTTH/OSP builds and closeout packages
  • Familiarity with major test platforms (EXFO, Viavi, AFL, etc.)
  • Understanding of bidirectional OTDR averaging and advanced trace analysis
  • OSHA 10/30 and/or traffic control certification
  • Splicing background (helpful, not required)

Contractor Requirements (1099)

  • Must provide own transportation and maintain required auto insurance (unless client provides otherwise)
  • Must provide own standard hand tools and PPE (unless client provides otherwise)
  • Must be able to pass any site-required onboarding (background check, drug screening, safety training) if applicable

Deliverables

  • Completed test packages (Tier 1 + OTDR where required)
  • Labeled traces/results, summary report, and clear punch list of defects (if any)

Hiring work locations

  • Fairfield, AL, 35064, US
  • Birmingham, AL, 35211, US
  • Marion, AR, 72364, US
  • Phoenix, AZ, 85015, US
  • Tucson, AZ, 85719, US
  • La Habra, CA, 90631, US
  • Stanton, CA, 90680, US
  • Bellflower, CA, 90706, US
  • Signal Hill, CA, 90755, US
  • Long Beach, CA, 90802, US
  • San Diego, CA, 92101, US
  • San Bernardino, CA, 92407, US
  • Santa Ana, CA, 92704, US
  • Palmdale, CA, 93550, US
  • Pittsburg, CA, 94565, US
  • Oakland, CA, 94606, US
  • Stockton, CA, 95206, US
  • West Sacramento, CA, 95691, US
  • Westminster, CO, 80030, US
  • Pueblo, CO, 81001, US
  • Wilmington, DE, 19802, US
  • Jacksonville, FL, 32220, US
  • North Miami Beach, FL, 33162, US
  • Delray Beach, FL, 33445, US
  • Plant City, FL, 33563, US
  • Clearwater, FL, 33756, US
  • Largo, FL, 33771, US
  • Hernando, FL, 34442, US
  • Fairburn, GA, 30213, US
  • Atlanta, GA, 30308, US
  • East Point, GA, 30344, US
  • Macon, GA, 31217, US
  • Honolulu, HI, 96819, US
  • Louisville, KY, 40203, US
  • New Orleans, LA, 70118, US
  • White Marsh, MD, 21162, US
  • Ijamsville, MD, 21754, US
  • Detroit, MI, 48202, US
  • Detroit, MI, 48238, US
  • Minneapolis, MN, 55408, US
  • Mebane, NC, 27302, US
  • Gastonia, NC, 28052, US
  • Charlotte, NC, 28212, US
  • Charlotte, NC, 28215, US
  • Boone, NC, 28607, US
  • Lincoln, NE, 68504, US
  • Albuquerque, NM, 87121, US
  • Las Vegas, NV, 89106, US
  • Buffalo, NY, 14212, US
  • Columbus, OH, 43207, US
  • Cleveland, OH, 44102, US
  • Bedford, OH, 44146, US
  • Oklahoma City, OK, 73109, US
  • Portland, OR, 97217, US
  • Harrisburg, PA, 17104, US
  • Lititz, PA, 17543, US
  • Sunbury, PA, 17801, US
  • Shamokin, PA, 17872, US
  • Philadelphia, PA, 19133, US
  • Reading, PA, 19604, US
  • Lexington, SC, 29072, US
  • Boiling Springs, SC, 29316, US
  • Greenville, SC, 29605, US
  • La Vergne, TN, 37086, US
  • Chattanooga, TN, 37421, US
  • Knoxville, TN, 37914, US
  • Memphis, TN, 38104, US
  • Lancaster, TX, 75134, US
  • Dallas, TX, 75203, US
  • Houston, TX, 77026, US
  • Huntsville, TX, 77340, US
  • San Antonio, TX, 78202, US
  • San Antonio, TX, 78216, US
  • Pflugerville, TX, 78660, US
  • Austin, TX, 78741, US
  • El Paso, TX, 79925, US
  • Pleasant Grove, UT, 84062, US
  • Salt Lake City, UT, 84116, US
  • Tacoma, WA, 98404, US
  • Milwaukee, WI, 53208, US

Listed benefits

All expenses covered, equipment shipped to site so flights are more enjoyable. 

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