Field Technician II — Fiber & Transport Network Specialist

Lumen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Lumen in New York is seeking a Field Technician II to install, decommission, and troubleshoot network equipment and circuits across the geographic area. You will work with fiber, transport equipment, and critical infrastructures, handling DS1/DS3/SONET testing and CPE delivery.

This role requires strong technical and mechanical skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to perform under on-call conditions. Lumen offers competitive compensation and a broad health and life benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years’ experience in installation, testing and turn-up of telecom equipment such as SONET, DCS, DWDM, Routers and Switches.
• Strong technical and mechanical background with experience on latest transport gear and critical infrastructure.
• Knowledge of fiber locating, right-of-way, and As-Builts is required.
• Must have PC skills and be proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots network equipment, replaces defective items, and coordinates to restore service.
• Performs installation and testing of NG technologies including Edge Compute, Wavelength, Fiber Optic Transport, Ethernet, SONET and IP.
• Manages outside plant assets, supports site security and logistics, and maintains tools and test equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance and updates inventory in systems as needed.
• On-call 24x7 on a rotational basis; accepts dispatch and overtime as required.

Skills

Telecom installation

DS1/DS3/SONET

Cable locating

PC skills

On-call readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Lumen in New York is seeking a Field Technician II to install, decommission, and troubleshoot network equipment and circuits across the geographic area. You will work with fiber, transport equipment, and critical infrastructures, handling DS1/DS3/SONET testing and CPE delivery.

This role requires strong technical and mechanical skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to perform under on-call conditions. Lumen offers competitive compensation and a broad health and life benefits package.