Senior Field Engineer – Fiber & Network Installations

Gateway Fiber; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible environment

Job summary

Gateway Fiber in Minnesota is seeking a Field Engineer to support network expansion by installing, grounding, and testing equipment in central offices and cabinets.

You will work cross-functionally, install racks, optical transceivers, perform cable testing, and verify status while ensuring design specs and safety. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Field Engineer experience.
• 3+ years of Telecom experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Complex problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong follow-up skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills, including positive phone demeanor.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for varying lengths of time throughout a day, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all physical connectivity of equipment in Central Offices and Active Cabinets.
• Complete installation of server racks and cabinets.
• Install optical transceivers and fiber optic jumpers.
• Work cross-functionally to determine connectivity requirements for different departments.
• Complete equipment racking and grounding to design specifications.
• Perform cable continuity testing and troubleshoot any issues.
• Perform equipment and hardware testing and turn-up and verify appropriate status.
• Install, add, and remove batteries per design specifications and life cycle needs.
• Provide knowledge and input regarding network engineering and design capabilities.

Skills

Field engineering

Telecom

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Customer service

MS Office

Organizational skills

Decision making

Autonomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Gateway Fiber in Minnesota is seeking a Field Engineer to support network expansion by installing, grounding, and testing equipment in central offices and cabinets.

You will work cross-functionally, install racks, optical transceivers, perform cable testing, and verify status while ensuring design specs and safety. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.