Long Haul Technician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

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

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

• Install and assist with fiber network components such as optics, patch cords, and Network Interface Devices (NIDs).

• Aid in fault isolation and escalate technical issues, damages, or risks to senior technicians.

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

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

• Assist in utility locating employing electrical, magnetic, GPS, and blueprint analysis methods.

• Interpret maps, prints, and construction drawings accurately.

• Monitor third-party construction activities near fiber routes and help avert damage.

• Record 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.

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

• Ensure adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.

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

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or an equivalent qualification is required.

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

• Basic understanding 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 to Layer 4 testing concepts and network troubleshooting is preferred.

• OSHA or other safety certifications are preferred.

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

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

• Strong attention to detail and a readiness to learn.

• A valid driver’s license and the ability to fulfill company vehicle requirements.

• This position does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization, including 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.

• Eligibility for discretionary annual incentive plans for non-sales roles.

• Sales incentive plan eligibility for sales roles.