Long Haul Technician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Assist with fiber network operations, including testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations.

• Conduct fiber testing utilizing 10G–100G test sets, OTDR traces, and Layer 1–Layer 4 validation.

• Install and provide support for fiber network components such as optics, patch cords, and Network Interface Devices (NIDs).

• Aid in fault isolation and escalate any technical issues, damages, or risks to higher-level technicians.

• Perform regular patrols of long-haul fiber routes to detect potential risks, damage, or environmental threats.

• Examine fiber infrastructure, including cabinets, handholes, and buried cable routes.

• Assist with utility locating activities using electrical, magnetic, GPS, and blueprint analysis methods.

• Read and interpret maps, prints, and construction drawings to comprehend fiber placement and associated risks.

• Deploy to construction sites to oversee third-party activities near fiber routes and assist in preventing damage.

• Document field activities, site conditions, and utility data using company systems.

• Support damage investigations by gathering field data and documenting findings.

• Uphold network security and site integrity through regular inspections and reporting.

• Communicate effectively with technicians, engineers, contractors, and internal teams.

• Ensure adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.

• Operate both independently and collaboratively in team settings to achieve operational goals.

• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in accordance with policy.

• Perform other assigned duties.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant field or construction experience is preferred.

• Basic knowledge of telecommunications, underground utilities, or fiber optic systems is preferred.

• Familiarity with fiber testing equipment (e.g., OTDR, light meters, 10G–100G testers) is advantageous.

• Exposure to Layer 1–Layer 4 testing concepts and network troubleshooting is preferred.

• OSHA or other safety certifications are preferred.

• Ability to acquire technical skills related to fiber installation, testing, and maintenance.

• Capability to work outdoors in diverse weather and environmental conditions.

• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn are essential.

• Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet company vehicle requirements are necessary.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, such as OPT, TN, H1B, or any other type of work visa, now or in the future.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Disability retirement plans.

• Paid time off.

• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.

• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan.

• Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave.

• Discretionary annual incentive plan eligibility for non-sales roles.

• Sales incentive plan eligibility for sales roles.