Field Installer Level 2/Level 3

Glow Networks; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Accommodation provided

Fuel expenses covered

Training in Dallas

Job summary

Glow Networks is seeking a field technician to install, terminate, and test fiber optic and copper cabling across multiple U.S. locations. You will perform structured cabling, routing, labeling, and testing to ensure reliable network connectivity and power management compliance.

The role requires handling OTDR and power meters, DWDM knowledge, and wiring in central offices, huts, and outdoor enclosures, with travel up to 4–6 weeks at a time and training in Dallas, TX.

Qualifications

• Valid Real ID or Passport required.
• Willingness to travel up to 4–6 weeks at a time.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic and copper cabling (CAT5/6, coax).
• Perform structured cabling: routing, dressing, labeling for organized installs.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues related to cabling and fiber.
• Ensure power distribution with rack PDUs, UPS, and grounding compliance.
• Maintain and upgrade power and cooling systems.
• Follow SOPs and best practices for cabling and power management.
• Understand fiber types, fiber ends, jumper handling, and protection methods.
• Operate OTDR and power meters for testing and validation.
• Apply fiber cleaning and scoping techniques; splicing not required.
• Familiar with DWDM and OME circuits up to 100G.
• Mount equipment in central offices, colocation facilities, huts, and outdoor enclosures.
• Read engineering docs, MOPs, EDPs, and customer best practices.
• Work with AC and DC power systems, install -48V leads, and handle live circuits safely.
• Strip and crimp DC power leads; crimp lugs and H-Taps; apply electrical grease.
• Use double-insulated torque wrenches and screwdrivers.
• Familiar with telecom vendors such as Ciena and Cisco (preferred).

Skills

Fiber cabling

Structured cabling

Network testing

OTDR usage

Power systems

Tools

Ciena equipment

Cisco gear

Job description

Location: Multiple locations across the U.S.

Travel Requirement: Up to 4-6 weeks at a time

Mandatory Requirement: Valid Real ID or Passport

• Travel expenses will be covered.
• Accommodation will be provided.
• Fuel and gas expenses will be covered.
• One week of training will be conducted in Dallas, TX.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic and copper cabling including CAT5, CAT6, and coaxial cables.
• Perform structured cabling activities such as routing, dressing, and labeling to ensure organized installations.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues related to cabling and fiber optics.
• Ensure proper power distribution including rack-level PDU installations, UPS systems, and grounding compliance.
• Conduct maintenance, inspections, and upgrades for power and cooling systems.
• Follow SOPs and industry best practices for cabling and power management.
• Demonstrate understanding of fiber types, fiber ends, jumper/JPOI handling, and protection methods.
• Operate OTDR and power meters for testing and validation.
• Apply proper fiber cleaning and scoping techniques (splicing not required).
• Maintain familiarity with DWDM and OME long-haul/short-haul circuits up to 100G.
• Mount equipment in central offices, colocation facilities, huts, and outdoor enclosures.
• Understand telecom color codes and perform wire wrap paired cable work.
• Read and interpret engineering documents, MOPs, EDPs, and customer best practice documentation.
• Work with AC and DC power systems including installing and verifying -48V leads while protecting live circuits.
• Strip and crimp DC power leads safely.
• Perform crimping of lugs and H-Taps.
• Apply electrical grease where required.
• Use double-insulated torque wrenches and screwdrivers.
• Maintain familiarity with telecom equipment vendors such as Ciena and Cisco (preferred).