Senior Field Technician – Fiber & Network Installations

Lumen Technologies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumen Technologies in Dallas is seeking a Field Technician III to support outside plant, transport, and data services. This role requires independent work, leadership potential, and strong knowledge of telecom infrastructure including fiber, CSU/DSU, and CPE installation and maintenance.

You will troubleshoot, install, test, and decommission network elements, participate in 24x7 on-call rotations, and ensure safe operation per company policies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Technician experience in a telecommunications/data center environment.
• Master knowledge of standard telecommunication practices and technologies including Transmission, Switching and TCP/IP.
• Strong technical and mechanical background with experience of the latest generation transport gear and critical infrastructure.
• Working Conditions: Outdoor work required in various terrains and weather conditions.
• Follow all personal safety policies and procedures.
• Possess a valid state vehicle operator's license and a satisfactory driving record.
• On-call 24x7 on a rotational basis is required.
• Performs complex assignments with initiative and judgment.
• Complete installation, decommission and troubleshoot of network equipment and circuits.
• Perform underground fiber optic cable locating.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots network equipment, replaces defective components and isolates issues to restore service.
• Performs installation/change/decommission and testing of transport, Ethernet, SONET and IP network layers for all bandwidths.
• Uses software/hardware to locate and protect underground assets and supports field teams.
• Assists with power systems and asset management tasks as needed.
• Maintains tools and test sets and coordinates shipping/receiving of materials.

Skills

Field technician

Telecommunications

TCP/IP

Outdoor work

Job description

Lumen Technologies in Dallas is seeking a Field Technician III to support outside plant, transport, and data services. This role requires independent work, leadership potential, and strong knowledge of telecom infrastructure including fiber, CSU/DSU, and CPE installation and maintenance.

You will troubleshoot, install, test, and decommission network elements, participate in 24x7 on-call rotations, and ensure safe operation per company policies.