Field Fiber Technician – DWDM & Network Installations

Cogent co; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

PTO

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) with match

Stock options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cogent Communications is seeking a field-network engineer to support all field activity across Cogent's network. You will install network elements in data centers and at POPs, turn up and test customer circuits, and document changes.

You will maintain fiber infrastructure and coordinate with contractors for smooth deployments. The role requires 5+ years in telecom networks with DWDM/IP experience and strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience on telecommunications networks.
• At least 1 year in DWDM and/or IP networks in the field.
• Experience with telecommunications test equipment and interpreting results.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all network field activity on Cogent network.
• Install Network Elements within Cogent data centers, POPs, hubs.
• Turn-up and test new customer circuits; document changes.
• Maintain Cogent fiber network: maintenance, splicing, restoration.
• Manage contractors and vendors; coordinate with planning teams.
• Provide field perspective to deployments and respond to incidents.

Skills

Telecommunications networks

DWDM/IP networks

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Field operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or related field

Tools

Optical test equipment

Ethernet/IP testers

DWDM test gear

Job description

Cogent Communications is seeking a field-network engineer to support all field activity across Cogent's network. You will install network elements in data centers and at POPs, turn up and test customer circuits, and document changes.

You will maintain fiber infrastructure and coordinate with contractors for smooth deployments. The role requires 5+ years in telecom networks with DWDM/IP experience and strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills.