Fiber Optic Maintenance Technician — Night Field Ops

Nextlink Internet; Gun Barrel City (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Employee discount

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Job summary

Nextlink Internet is seeking an OSP Fiber - Network Maintenance Technician based in Texas, with high travel requirements and deep fiber expertise. The role involves splicing fiber optic cables, operating bucket trucks, and maintaining live optical/LOS networks while following DOT regulations.

You will lead crews during outages and coordinate repairs, reading blueprints and documenting work with as-built maps. A高 school diploma or GED is required, with travel flexibility and strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• A High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Experience with fiber tools and splicing is essential.
• Ability to read blueprints and repair from diagrams.
• Must be able to work night shifts and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain network backbone and fiber optic systems.
• Splice fiber optic cables and perform troubleshooting and repairs.
• Operate bucket truck and heavy equipment safely.
• Coordinate outages and communicate with management and crews.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Blueprints reading

Fiber splicing

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fiber tools

Job description

Nextlink Internet is seeking an OSP Fiber - Network Maintenance Technician based in Texas, with high travel requirements and deep fiber expertise. The role involves splicing fiber optic cables, operating bucket trucks, and maintaining live optical/LOS networks while following DOT regulations.

You will lead crews during outages and coordinate repairs, reading blueprints and documenting work with as-built maps. A高 school diploma or GED is required, with travel flexibility and strong safety focus.