Ciena 6500 & DWDM Central Office Technician

Scalis LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

BOLD Business is seeking an Experienced Central Office Installation Technician to install, integrate, and support optical transport equipment in CO, data centers, and long-haul networks. You will work with Ciena 6500 platforms, ROADM shelves, and RLS gear while ensuring safety and quality in live telecom environments.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, performing turn-up checks, and documenting installation activities.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills are required.
• Ability to adhere to safety standards and Telcordia/NEBS guidelines.
• Experience with Ciena 6500 and DWDM equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install and integrate Ciena 6500 platforms and ROADM shelves.
• Configure RLS equipment including WSS components and amplifiers.
• Perform DC power terminations and alarm wiring per standards.
• Route, terminate, and test fiber, copper, and coax cabling.
• Read engineering drawings, MOPs, and installation docs.
• Support equipment turn-up: verify fiber continuity, alarms, power, readiness.
• Update drawings, complete installation documentation, and inventory records.
• Troubleshoot issues and coordinate with engineering and NOC teams.
• Maintain OSHA safety compliance and adherence to customer standards.

Skills

Strong troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety compliance

Tools

Ciena 6500 Optical Transport Platform

DWDM networks

DC power -48VDC

Telcordia/NEBS Standards

ROADM installation

OTDR testing

Job description

BOLD Business is seeking an Experienced Central Office Installation Technician to install, integrate, and support optical transport equipment in CO, data centers, and long-haul networks. You will work with Ciena 6500 platforms, ROADM shelves, and RLS gear while ensuring safety and quality in live telecom environments.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, performing turn-up checks, and documenting installation activities.