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# Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $41,600.0 - $62,400.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Microsoft Outlook, Data Centers, Microsoft Office, Oracle (Applications), Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- **Published:** July 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/va/richmond/8e2b7dd5-b2ff-4aab-8651-50a52f47e252

## About the Role

Planning
Operations
Low Voltage
Data Centers
Self-Starter
Team Oriented
Fiber Splicing
Microsoft Azure
Quality Control
Critical Thinking
Strong Work Ethic
Fiber Optic Cable
Business Valuation
Structured Cabling
OSHA Certification
Working at Heights
Mechanical Aptitude
Fiber Optic Testing
Aerial Work Platforms
Full Stack Development
Wire And Cable Pulling
Artificial Intelligence
Business Transformation
Statistical Process Controls
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), 3. Ideal Candidate Profile: Vision Technologies seeks experienced, self-starting, critical-thinking, safety-conscious team players who are mechanically inclined and proactive, not just "patch code pullers.".

 4. Team Structure: The ideal team breakdown is one lead/foreman-level person (proficient in testing, troubleshooting, cut sheets) for every four technicians.

 5. Resource Volume & Location: The work is in Richmond, VA) with an initial request for 2-4 teams of five, potentially scaling up to 500+ technicians across multiple projects for hyperscaler clients (Microsoft, Oracle, Google, Amazon).

Entry level technician: 16 total, 1. Experience working in physically demanding environments (construction, trades, military, or similar)

 2. Strong work ethic and positive attitude

 3. Reliable attendance history

 4. Hands on electrical or military experience is highly valued

 5. Must be able to work on ladders and lifts, Microsoft Excel
Customer Service
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Outlook
Quality Management
General Mathematics
Organizational Skills
Administrative Support

## Description

Our customer, discussed a large-scale data center project requiring significant numbers of skilled technicians. The conversation focused on resource needs, skill sets, safety protocols, and a "working interview" hiring process, with Vision Technologies emphasizing the need for proactive, team-oriented individuals. Both parties agreed to share further information and reconnect in early March to finalize details and begin the onboarding process.

Key points

 1. Project Timeline: The large-scale data center project, initially planned for Mid April, has been delayed to late April due to site readiness issues and material delays.

 2. Scope of Work: The project involves pulling cable and porting within data centers, primarily fiber, with a focus on installation, testing, and troubleshooting (OTDR Fluke) , but not fiber splicing., * Pull and route fiber, testing/troubleshooting, fluke/OTDR

 * Work delegation, planning, execution

 * Scan, label, pictures, and port equipment

 * Documentation, QC/QA, cut sheets, AutoCAD
Erosions
Visionary
Hydrology
Leadership
Management
Mentorship
Innovation
Coordinating
Civil Design
Communication
Investigation
Detail Oriented
Time Management
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Constructability
Land Development
Civil Engineering
Sediment Controls
Civil Site Design
Project Management
Grading (Landscape)
Project Engineering
Project Stakeholders
Design Documentation
Computer-Aided Design
Stormwater Management
Artificial Intelligence
Engineering Design Process
Continuous Improvement Process
Professional Engineer (PE) License
+0
Fiber Optics Technician
TEKsystems

Sandston, VA*On-Site

Operations
Low Voltage
Fiber Optics
Fiber Splicing
Project Drawings
Strong Work Ethic
Fiber Optic Cable
Business Valuation
Telecommunications
Category 6 Cabling
Category 5 Cabling
Structured Cabling
Fiber Optic Testing
Power Tool Operation
Willingness To Learn
Full Stack Development
Artificial Intelligence
Business Transformation
Fiber Optic Installation
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)


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