Senior Field Technician – Data Center & Network Installations

Astreya; Nevada (IA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Astreya is seeking a Field Technician III to support data centers and POPs across locations. You will coordinate with network teams and local vendors for installation, repair, and maintenance activities, with a focus on physical rack and stack configurations.

The role requires travel and hands-on experience with telecom infrastructure, including fiber/copper distribution, power systems, and testing across SONET and Ethernet. Independence and problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (A.A) or equivalent with 5+ years' related experience.
• Experience with data center and POP infrastructure including cabling and power systems.
• Experience installing and maintaining telecom equipment (DWDMs, routers, switches).
• Knowledge of splicing and manhole/vent environments.
• Experience with telecom testing equipment (OTDRs, meters) across SONET/Ethernet.
• Familiarity with standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work with LECs, landlords, electricians and end users.
• Proficient with spreadsheets and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest quality standards in all assigned data center locations and remote POPs.
• Perform physical installation, repair, maintenance, and testing activities with meticulous attention to standards.
• Perform card adds or replacements, software upgrades, and testing.
• Coordinate with local vendors and LECs for installation/maintenance activities.
• Provide site surveys for OSP/ISP projects and large space/power deployments.
• Manage construction vendors to ensure MOPs compliance and quality.
• Coordinate site access and equipment staging.
• Mentor less experienced team members.

Skills

5+ years exp

Data center & POP infra

Telecom equipment install

Fiber/copper cabling

DWDM equipment

OTDR testing

Splicing knowledge

Project management tools

Travel readiness

Independent problem solving

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

DWDM equipment

OTDRs

IP switches

Power meters

Job description

Astreya is seeking a Field Technician III to support data centers and POPs across locations. You will coordinate with network teams and local vendors for installation, repair, and maintenance activities, with a focus on physical rack and stack configurations.

The role requires travel and hands-on experience with telecom infrastructure, including fiber/copper distribution, power systems, and testing across SONET and Ethernet. Independence and problem solving are essential.