Field Technician: Telecom Installations Lead (Travel)

Ciena; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ciena is seeking a hands-on field leader to join a telecom deployment team delivering critical network infrastructure across North America. You will lead equipment installations, coordinate crews, and ensure safe, compliant execution with detailed documentation.

The role requires 3+ years of telecom installation experience, strong reading of MOPs and drawings, and willingness to travel nationwide, including nights and weekends. A high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years telecom installation experience in Central Office or Service Provider environments.
• Ability to read MOPs, drawings, wiring schematics, and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Lead telecom equipment installations and commissioning in Central Office and Service Provider settings.
• Coordinate field crews and subcontractors to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
• Perform QA inspections, technical verifications, and final project walkthroughs.
• Maintain installation records and project reporting; build customer relationships on site.

Skills

Telecom installation

Field leadership

QA inspections

Customer relationships

Education

High school diploma

Tools

FAST project documentation system

My Ciena Portal

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ciena is seeking a hands-on field leader to join a telecom deployment team delivering critical network infrastructure across North America. You will lead equipment installations, coordinate crews, and ensure safe, compliant execution with detailed documentation.

The role requires 3+ years of telecom installation experience, strong reading of MOPs and drawings, and willingness to travel nationwide, including nights and weekends. A high school diploma is required.