Long Haul Technician – El Paso to Phoenix

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

📋 Description

• Assist with activities related to fiber networks, 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 support 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 identify potential risks, damages, or environmental hazards.

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

• Assist with utility locating activities employing electrical, magnetic, GPS, and blueprint analysis techniques.

• Interpret maps, prints, and construction drawings accurately.

• Monitor activities of third parties near fiber routes at construction sites to help mitigate damage.

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

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

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

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

• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety protocols.

• Operate both independently and collaboratively to achieve operational objectives.

• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in good condition.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent 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–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.

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

• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to fulfill company vehicle requirements.

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

• 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.

• Paid parental leave.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan.