Central Office Installation Technician

Scalis LLC

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

BOLD Business is seeking an experienced Central Office Installation Technician to install, integrate, and support optical transport equipment in carrier CO, data center, and long-haul environments.

You will work with Ciena 6500 platforms, ROADM and RLS gear, DWDM networks, and DC power systems, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time turn-ups while following detailed specifications.

Qualifications

3+ years of Central Office telecommunications installation experience.
Hands-on experience installing Ciena 6500 optical transport systems.
Experience with RLS equipment, ROADM shelves, and optical line components.
Knowledge of DWDM networks and fiber infrastructure.
Experience with DC power (-48VDC), grounding, bonding, and alarm wiring.
Ability to read engineering drawings and installation documentation.
Familiarity with Telcordia/NEBS standards and Central Office installation norms.
Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and organizational skills.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and travel as required.

Responsibilities

Install and integrate Ciena 6500 platforms, chassis, shelves, optics, and related hardware.
Install and configure RLS equipment, ROADM shelves, and WSS components.
Perform DC power terminations, grounding, bonding, and alarm wiring.
Route, terminate, dress, label, and test fiber, copper, and coax cabling.
Install jumpers, patch panels, and cable management with proper bend radius.
Read engineering drawings, MOPs, and equipment specs; document work.
Support turn-up activities by verifying fiber continuity, alarms, and power.
Maintain compliance with safety regulations and customer installation standards.
Troubleshoot installation issues and coordinate with engineering and OPS teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Organization

Safety compliance

Independence

Teamwork

Tools

Ciena 6500

RLS / ROADM

DWDM networks

DC power -48V

Telcordia / NEBS

Job description

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

About BOLD Business

About the job

Job Summary

Experienced Central Office Installation Technician with extensive experience installing, integrating, and supporting optical transport equipment in carrier Central Office (CO), data center, and long-haul network environments. Skilled in the installation of Ciena 6500 optical transport platforms and Reconfigurable Line System (RLS) equipment, including ROADM shelves, optical amplifiers, wavelength management components, fiber infrastructure, DC power systems, and associated cabling. Proven ability to interpret engineering drawings, maintain installation quality standards, and support equipment turn-up in live telecommunications networks.This position requires the ability to work independently or as part of a team while maintaining high-quality workmanship, adhering to customer specifications and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Install and integrate Ciena 6500 optical transport platforms, including chassis, shelves, circuit packs, optics, and associated hardware.
Install and configure Reconfigurable Line System (RLS) equipment, including ROADM shelves, optical amplifiers, Wavelength Selective Switch (WSS) components, optical filters, and optical line system infrastructure.
Perform DC power terminations, grounding, bonding, and alarm wiring in accordance with customer and Telcordia standards.
Route, terminate, dress, label, and test fiber optic, copper, and coaxial cabling.
Install optical jumpers, trunk fiber, patch panels, and cable management systems while maintaining proper bend radius and routing standards.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, Method of Procedure (MOP) documents, equipment specifications, and installation packages.
Support equipment turn-up activities by verifying fiber continuity, alarms, power, and equipment readiness.
Perform quality inspections, update red-line drawings, complete installation documentation, and maintain accurate inventory records.
Troubleshoot installation issues and coordinate with engineering and network operations personnel during deployment.
Maintain compliance with OSHA safety regulations, customer installation standards, and industry best practices.

Required Qualifications

3+ years of Central Office telecommunications installation experience.
Hands-on experience installing Ciena 6500 optical transport systems.
Experience installing Reconfigurable Line System (RLS) equipment, including ROADM shelves, optical amplifiers, and optical line system components.
Knowledge of DWDM optical transport networks and fiber optic infrastructure.
Experience with DC power (-48VDC), grounding, bonding, and alarm wiring.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, equipment layouts, and installation documentation.
Familiarity with Telcordia (GR-1275, GR-63), NEBS, and Central Office installation standards.
Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and organizational skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in active telecommunications environments.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Ciena Waveserver, Cisco NCS, Nokia, Infinera, Fujitsu, or other DWDM transport platforms.
Fiber optic testing experience using OTDRs, optical power meters, and light sources.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Experience supporting Tier 1 telecommunications carriers and data center deployments.

Technical Skills