Field Technician

Glow Networks; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Glow Networks seeks a field cabling technician for nationwide travel across the U.S. You will install, terminate, and test fiber optic and copper cabling including CAT5, CAT6, and coaxial cables. Travel expenses and training are provided, with one training week in Dallas, TX.

You will perform structured cabling, power distribution, and routine maintenance on power and cooling systems while following SOPs and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiber optic and copper cabling installations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues related to cabling and fiber optics.
• Familiarity with DWDM, OME, and long-haul/short-haul circuits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic and copper cabling (CAT5/6, coax).
• Perform structured cabling tasks: routing, dressing, labeling for organized installs.
• Diagnose and resolve cabling and fiber optics network issues.

Skills

Fiber testing

Structured cabling

Power distribution

OTDR operation

Cable termination

Tools

OTDR equipment

Power meters

Ciena gear

Cisco gear

Job description

Location: Multiple locations across the U.S (100% Travel - nationwide)

• 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).