Fiber Field Technician | Site Surveys | OSP | Telecom

Paragon Alliance Innovation, LLC; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Paragon Alliance Innovation, LLC is seeking an On-Site Fiber Field Technician to perform site surveys for fiber installation readiness. You will gather field data, document conditions, and provide actionable recommendations to engineers and construction teams.

The role requires 2+ years in telecom field inspection, knowledge of DMARC, MPOE/MPOP, and safe electrical practices, with emphasis on accurate reporting and coordination with building management.

Qualifications

• 2+ years telecom, OSP/ISP, or field inspection experience.
• Basic understanding of fiber networks and telecom infrastructure.
• Ability to read site layouts and document field conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and reporting skills.
• Experience with fiber deployments (FTTH, enterprise).
• Familiarity with permitting and utility coordination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits to assess customer locations for fiber installation readiness.
• Identify and document DMARC, MPOE/MPOP, and Telco room location; capture photos.
• Complete standardized survey templates and reports.
• Verify power, grounding, and environmental conditions in the site.
• Assess pathway and conduit from entry to equipment location.
• Assess external infrastructure and rights-of-way for fiber routing.
• Deliver clear survey reports with deficiencies and recommended actions.

Skills

Telecom field inspection

Fiber networks

Site documentation

Reading site layouts

Attention to detail

Job description

ON-SITE Fiber Field Technician | Site Surveys | OSP | Telecom

Position Summary

The Fiber Site Survey Technician performs on-site assessments to determine readiness for fiber optic service installation. This role ensures that all electrical, environmental, pathway, and space requirements are met before construction and installation.

The technician collects field data, documents site conditions, and provides clear recommendations to engineering and construction teams to enable efficient, first-pass deployment.

Key Responsibilities

Site Survey & Documentation

• Conduct site visits to assess customer locations for fiber installation readiness
• Identify and document:
  • Demarcation point (DMARC), MPOE/MPOP, and Telco room location
  • Capture site photos and aerial views with proper orientation
  • Complete standardized survey templates and reports

Power & Grounding Verification

• Confirm availability of:
  • Dedicated 120VAC power (15-30 Amp circuit)
  • Grounded outlet within 6 feet of equipment location
  • Verify:
    • Proper circuit labeling and isolation
    • Grounding system meets telecom standards (≤25 ohms, # 6 AWG copper)

Equipment Space & Environment

• Assess Telco room or equipment area for:
  • Adequate space and accessibility
  • Mounting surface (fire-rated backboard or rack space)
  • Validate environmental conditions:
    • Temperature (55-85°F)
    • Humidity ≤70%
    • Clean, dust-free, low vibration space

Pathway & Conduit Assessment

• Evaluate pathway from building entry point to equipment location
• Document any interior conduit path from entry to DEMARC if it exists betw en floors or across interior ceilings
• Identify:
  • Existing conduit vs. new requirements
  • Clear routing path with pull capability
  • Coordinate with building management for access and approvals
• Verify conduit size and take a picture to illustrate the potential of placing another cable (fiber) in the conduit

OSP Interface & Access

• Identify external infrastructure:
  • Handholes, manholes, pedestals, and fiber entry points
• Assess feasibility of fiber routing from right-of-way to building
• Note permitting or construction constraints

Reporting & Recommendations

• Deliver clear, accurate survey reports including:
  • Site conditions and deficiencies
  • Required customer actions vs. provider scope
  • Provide constructability insights to reduce delays and rework

Qualifications

• 2+ years telecom, OSP/ISP, or field inspection experience
• Basic understanding of fiber networks and telecom infrastructure
• Ability to read site layouts and document field conditions
• Strong attention to detail and reporting skills
• Experience with fiber deployments (FTTH, e nterprise)
• Familiarity with permitting and utility coordination

Key Deliverables

• Completed site survey checklist
• Photo documentation and aerial views using PowerPoint
• Marked-up site diagrams
• Actionable readiness report