Field Technician I: Fiber & Network Installations

Lumen Technologies; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Voluntary lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Lumen Technologies in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Field Technician I to manage assets, support installations, tests, and maintenance of fiber optic and transmission equipment. You’ll troubleshoot equipment, coordinate materials, and assist in restoring services while learning company systems and processes.

The role requires on-call availability, a valid driver’s license, and good stamina for field work in varied weather. Growth opportunities exist within a dynamic AI-ready network environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or up to 2 years of relevant field experience.
• Experience or knowledge in at least one of four disciplines: Transmission, Switching, TCP/IP, Outside Plant.
• Ability to locate fiber optic cable and interpret As-Builts.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to lift 50 lbs and work in various weather.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office; quick learner of corporate databases.
• Willingness for on-call 24x7 rotation and possible overtime.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots network equipment and restores service.
• Install, test, and provision Next-Generation technologies (Edge Compute, Wavelength, Fiber Optic transport, Ethernet, SONET, IP).
• Protect underground facilities using standard tools and methods.
• Manage asset replenishment and on-site materials; coordinate shipping/receiving.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC and high-voltage electrical systems.
• Update trouble tickets and inventory records; provide status reports to management.
• Assist in escalation and deployment activities for network restoration.

Skills

Network monitoring

Installation experience

Maintenance/repair

Driver's license

Windows & Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OTDR knowledge

Job description

Lumen Technologies in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Field Technician I to manage assets, support installations, tests, and maintenance of fiber optic and transmission equipment. You’ll troubleshoot equipment, coordinate materials, and assist in restoring services while learning company systems and processes.

The role requires on-call availability, a valid driver’s license, and good stamina for field work in varied weather. Growth opportunities exist within a dynamic AI-ready network environment.