Central Office Optical Tech - Ciena 6500 & DWDM Expert

Scalis LLC

Nashville (TN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 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 CO, data center, and long-haul environments. You will work on Ciena 6500 platforms, ROADM/RLS systems, and related fiber infrastructure, while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires turning up equipment in live networks, interpreting drawings and MOPs, and collaborating with engineering and network operations to ensure successful

Qualifications

3+ years of Central Office telecommunications installation experience.
Hands-on experience installing Ciena 6500 optical transport systems.
Experience with RLS/ROADM equipment and DWDM components.
Familiarity with Telcordia/NEBS standards and safety.
Ability to read engineering drawings and installation docs.

Responsibilities

Install and configure Ciena 6500 optical transport platforms and related hardware.
Install and configure RLS/Roadm equipment including ROADM shelves and WSS components.
Perform DC power terminations, grounding, and alarm wiring per standards.
Route, terminate, and test fiber, copper, and coaxial cabling.
Verify fiber continuity, alarms, and equipment readiness during turn-up.
Maintain installation documentation and inventory records.

Skills

Ciena 6500

DWDM networks

RLS/ROADM

DC power -48V

Fiber routing

Tools

OTDRs

Power meters

Light sources

Job description

The role requires turning up equipment in live networks, interpreting drawings and MOPs, and collaborating with engineering and network operations to ensure successful

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