Field Technician I — Start a Hands-On Telecom Career

Lumen; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Voluntary lifestyle benefits

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Lumen is building toward AI-ready connectivity and secure, high-performance networks. As a Field Technician I in West Sacramento, you’ll join a team maintaining critical infrastructure and learning the ropes through structured training and mentorship.

This entry-level role offers a clear development path, with opportunities to advance into customer and network installation support as you gain hands-on experience and technical skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or up to 2 years of relevant job experience including 1+ years network monitoring, installation, or maintenance/repair.
• Experience in at least one major technician discipline: Transmission, Switching, TCP/IP, or Outside Plant.
• PC skills and proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
• On‑call 24x7 on a rotational basis; a valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and maintenance activities under the direction of the Lead Technician; assist with cable runs, equipment installations, and site preparation.
• Perform facility maintenance, housekeeping, and cleanup to ensure a safe and organized work environment.
• Manage warehouse inventory, materials, and equipment tracking.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities for tools, equipment, and network materials.
• Provide support for service tickets and routine operational tasks.
• Perform preventive maintenance on generators, battery systems, and HVAC equipment.
• Participate in training programs and progressively support customer and network installation activities as skills develop.

Skills

Network monitoring

Network installation

Network maintenance

Windows proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lumen is building toward AI-ready connectivity and secure, high-performance networks. As a Field Technician I in West Sacramento, you’ll join a team maintaining critical infrastructure and learning the ropes through structured training and mentorship.

This entry-level role offers a clear development path, with opportunities to advance into customer and network installation support as you gain hands-on experience and technical skills.