Lead Telecom Equipment Installer (Fiber & Data Center)

Circet USA; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Circet USA in Portland, OR is seeking a Telecommunications Equipment Installer IV – Lead to install and maintain fiber, data center gear, and central office infrastructure for multiple carriers. This role combines hands-on field work with project leadership in busy technical spaces such as data centers and switch centers.

You will oversee installer teams, interpret drawings, run tests, document results, and ensure safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or college degree preferred.
• Six years of experience or equivalent technical skills in central office equipment/data center installation.
• Knowledge of telecom equipment including Dell, HP, Arista, Cisco, Nokia, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation; proficient with basic power tools.

Responsibilities

• Install data equipment cabinets and frames, data servers, switches, routers, gateways, and related gear.
• Identify, label, terminate and route power and fiber/copper cables with proper safety practices.
• Set up PDUs and ensure redundancy and load balancing for reliable operation.
• Conduct testing and document performance characteristics of hardware and software; troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Oversee work of less experienced installers and coordinate with customers and supervisors.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving

Self-improvement mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or college degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

IOS/Android apps

Job description

Circet USA in Portland, OR is seeking a Telecommunications Equipment Installer IV – Lead to install and maintain fiber, data center gear, and central office infrastructure for multiple carriers. This role combines hands-on field work with project leadership in busy technical spaces such as data centers and switch centers.

You will oversee installer teams, interpret drawings, run tests, document results, and ensure safety compliance.