Hiring: L3 & Above – Advanced Field Technician (Optical + Power)

Job Title: Advanced Field Technician – Optical & Power (L3/L4)
Experience: Relevant hands-on experience in Telecom / Network Infrastructure
Work Type: Field-based | 100% Travel
Locations:

Job Summary

We are looking for experienced Advanced Field Technicians (L3 and above) with strong expertise in telecom power infrastructure, live DC power handling, and optical network installations. Candidates must be capable of independently executing field operations, troubleshooting AC/DC power and fiber-optic issues, and ensuring installation quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently execute telecom equipment installation, commissioning support, and decommissioning activities.

• Handle live secondary DC power feeds, including power terminations, breakers, fuses, and power verification.

• Perform H-tap and in-line splicing activities on power connections.

• Identify and resolve AC/DC power installation defects.

• Install, test, clean, and troubleshoot fiber-optic connections and networks.

• Use optical testing tools such as OPM, VFL, and LFM.

• Log in to telecom equipment and coordinate with remote engineering teams for testing and turn-up.

• Interpret engineering documents, MOPs, cable run lists, rack elevations, and installation designs.

• Conduct in-process and final quality inspections.

• Coordinate field activities, delegate work, and mentor junior technicians.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in telecom power installations and live secondary DC power handling.

• Understanding of AC/DC power systems, breakers, fuses, H-taps, and in-line splices.

• Experience troubleshooting fiber-optic networks using OPM, VFL, and LFM.

• Ability to log in to telecom equipment and support remote testing and turn-up.

• Experience with telecom equipment installations (Ciena, Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, etc.).

• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering documentation.

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and quality assurance skills.

• Leadership ability and experience guiding junior technicians.

General Requirements

• Willingness to travel 100% across the US, including extended assignments of up to four weeks.

• Valid driver's license and ability to drive a van or box truck.

• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs. and climb ladders regularly.

• OSHA safety training and knowledge of field safety practices.

• Good communication skills and professional customer interaction.

Ideal Candidate: A senior telecom field technician who can independently manage live power and optical installation activities, troubleshoot field issues, coordinate site execution, and maintain quality standards with minimal supervision.