Field Telecom Technician: Fiber & Network Install
Contel Inc
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Job summary
Contel Inc. is based in Chicago, IL and seeks an Operations (OPS) Technician for hands-on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of telecom equipment and network infrastructure in MSO headend and hub facilities.
This is a full-time role with travel about 30% to support installation and maintenance activities. You will perform rack and stack work, install MPO fiber connections, and replace network cards and SFPs, while ensuring safety procedures for -48V DC power systems.
Qualifications
- Experience in telecom operations or network infrastructure support.
- Hands-on MPO fiber installation and testing experience.
- Familiarity with -48V DC telecom power systems and safety practices.
Responsibilities
- Perform rack and stack work including mounting, labeling, cabling.
- Install, inspect, and test MPO fiber connections.
- Install and replace network cards and SFPs.
- Perform shelf swaps and equipment upgrades.
- Maintain -48V DC power connections following safety procedures.
- Troubleshoot fiber, power, and connectivity issues to restore service.
- Coordinate maintenance with network operations and field teams.
- Maintain installation records and service documentation.
- Travel ~30% for installation and maintenance.
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Job description
Contel Inc. is based in Chicago, IL and seeks an Operations (OPS) Technician for hands-on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of telecom equipment and network infrastructure in MSO headend and hub facilities.
This is a full-time role with travel about 30% to support installation and maintenance activities. You will perform rack and stack work, install MPO fiber connections, and replace network cards and SFPs, while ensuring safety procedures for -48V DC power systems.
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