Long Haul Technician – Umatilla, Prineville, Reno

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

📋 Description

• Assist in fiber network operations encompassing 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 technical issues, damages, or risks to higher-level technicians.

• Carry out routine patrols of long-haul fiber routes to detect potential risks, damages, or environmental threats.

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

• Assist in utility locating activities using electrical, magnetic, GPS, and blueprint analysis techniques.

• Interpret maps, prints, and construction drawings to understand fiber placement and associated risks.

• Deploy to construction sites to oversee third-party activities near fiber routes and help mitigate damage.

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

• Contribute to damage investigations by gathering field data and documenting findings.

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

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

• Adhere to OSHA guidelines and company safety policies.

• Operate both independently and within team settings to achieve operational objectives.

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

• Execute other 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 under varying weather and environmental conditions.

• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.

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

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

• This position is not eligible 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