Field Operations Technician

Firstlight; Bloomsburg (Columbia County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstLight Field Operations Technicians are responsible for deployment, maintenance, and repair activities on major backbone network components, cell tower back‑haul equipment, and customer premise equipment. You will coordinate with Provisioning, Core Network Engineering, and IP Engineering to enable service delivery, buildouts, and tests.

The role requires knowledge of OTDR and power meters, fiber optics, and safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or GED) with 1–3 years’ relevant experience.
• Experience installing/troubleshooting voice and data services is preferred.
• Ability to pass background checks and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, maintain, and repair backbone network components and field equipment.
• Perform site surveys and create installation instructions with diagrams.
• Coordinate with Provisioning, Core Network Engineering, and IP Engineering.
• Adhere to safety protocols and participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

Structured wiring

Fiber testing

Power theory

IP networking

Fiber splicing

Network diagrams

Site surveys

MS Office

Organizational skills

Geographical knowledge

Safety & lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

OTDR

Power meters

CAT5 tester

Fiber optic tools

Job description

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Field Operations Technician

Full Time IC Bloomsberg, PA, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 1812

Salary Range: $25.00 To $35.00 Hourly

FirstLight Field Operations Technicians are responsible for deployment, maintenance, and repair activities on major backbone network components, cell tower back‑haul equipment for Mobile Carriers, End‑to‑end installation, test, turn‑up, and maintenance of all FirstLight Enterprise services (Internet, Hosted phone systems, Phone lines, PRI, telephony wiring) on a variety of customer premise equipment (Calix/Telco Systems/Ciena/Adtran/Cisco/Polycom & more).

Works with Provisioning for installation of Service Delivery deployments, Core Network Engineering to facilitate network augments and new network buildouts and with IP Engineering to maintain internal networks. Understands Central Office equipment installation procedures, power & grounding, Fiber Optic splicing and Optical Transport fundamentals. In depth understanding of test equipment for Fiber Qualification (OTDR, Fiber Characterization, Fiber Inspection), RFC circuit testing, Ethernet, TDM, as well as testing power elements of the FirstLight network.

Responsible for preventive maintenance and reporting for facility infrastructure components (i.e. HVAC, Emergency Generators, transfer switching) for all relevant CO/POPS under their area of operation. Must complete and maintain up to date facility audits providing access procedures, floor plans and rack diagrams with detailed equipment, power, and fiber information. Participate in 24/7 On‑Call rotation and be available as Essential Personnel in Emergency scenarios.

Preferred location: Harrisburg, PA

Preferred essential skills and competencies:

• General knowledge of structured wiring: Copper/fiber optic color codes, general wiring and troubleshooting practices.
• Test circuits and components of telecommunications equipment to isolate sources of malfunctions using power meters, OTDR units, CAT5 testers, and other network diagnostic tools.
• AC / DC power theory & best installation practices
• Basic knowledge of IP networking and troubleshooting skills
• Basic fiber optic fusion splicing and industry standard installation practices
• Reading and understanding CLR/DLR’s, circuit run lists, and network diagrams.
• Perform site surveys and prepare MOP’s and installation instructions with diagrams and pictures.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Must have strong organizational, time management, communication (verbal and written), and customer service skills.
• Good geographical knowledge of territory to be covered.
• Continually update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and/or reading technical publications.
• The position requires the ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and climb ladders while following all workplace safety protocols and ergonomic best practices.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) with a minimum of one (1) to three (3) years relevant experience installing and troubleshooting voice and data services; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid driver’s license with good driving record. Familiarity with OSHA standards. Ability to pass drug and criminal background checks for carrier access cards.

We offer a competitive base salary as well as an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, paid training, and paid time off.

About FirstLight:

FirstLight Fiber is a fast‑growing telecommunications company in Northern New England and New York, offering a robust suite of advanced telecommunications services, including dedicated Internet access, Metro Ethernet, traditional TDM solutions, IaaS & SaaS Cloud Solutions, SIP trunks, virtual PBX, and Data Center Colocation.

FirstLight Fiber is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with state and federal laws, FirstLight’s equal opportunity policy is that all applicants and employees are treated equally by the company with respect to employment opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or veteran disability.