Onsite Network Operations Technician — RF & Fiber

Lorien; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorien is seeking a Network Operations Technician to support the University of Texas at Austin site on a 1-year contract. You will respond to outages, perform preventative maintenance, and validate network acceptance for new/modified sites.

The role requires hands-on experience with RF and fiber test equipment, strong safety practices, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced field environment. On-site schedule is Mon-Fri at UT Austin, with travel/after-hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in wireless/wireline operations, OSP/ISP, or a related field
• Hands-on knowledge of fiber, coax, and low-voltage troubleshooting
• Working knowledge of radio transmitters, receivers, antennas, and electronic and fiber optic theory
• Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to safely drive and operate a boom truck in the public right of way
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Comfort working in web-based ticketing and network monitoring systems
• Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively

Responsibilities

• Respond to network outages, impairments, and emergencies in your assigned area
• Complete annual preventative maintenance inspections to company standards
• Perform acceptance testing on new and modified networks
• Use RF and fiber test equipment, including PIM analyzers, antenna analyzers, RF power meters, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, OTDRs, fusion splicers, and fiber optic power meters
• Use web-based Small Cell Network tools to complete assigned technical and administrative tasks
• Collaborate with peers and cross-functional teams
• Follow all company policies and procedures, with integrity and a commitment to quality

Skills

Wireless/wireline operations

Fiber & coax troubleshooting

Radio transmitters & antennas theory

Valid driver’s license

Web-based ticketing systems

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or two-year technical degree

Tools

PIM analyzers

Antenna analyzers

RF power meters

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

OTDRs

Fusion splicers

Fiber optic power meters

Web-based network tools

Job description

Lorien is seeking a Network Operations Technician to support the University of Texas at Austin site on a 1-year contract. You will respond to outages, perform preventative maintenance, and validate network acceptance for new/modified sites.

The role requires hands-on experience with RF and fiber test equipment, strong safety practices, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced field environment. On-site schedule is Mon-Fri at UT Austin, with travel/after-hours as needed.