Telecom Field Technician Intern – Hands-On Training

Liberty Latin America; Toa Baja (PR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Puerto Rico is seeking an Associate Technician (Intern) to support maintenance, repair, and restoration of telecommunications infrastructure, including aerial and underground cable networks. This entry-level developmental role provides hands-on training and exposure to outside plant operations, safety practices, network infrastructure, and field service activities.

You’ll work with experienced technicians to learn industry standards, technical skills, and procedures required to support

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Coursework in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Technology, or related field preferred.
• Prior internship or vocational training or field experience preferred but not required.
• Valid Puerto Rico Driver's License Category 8-9 within first month of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of aerial and underground telecommunications facilities.
• Support cable placement, strand work, and basic line maintenance activities.
• Participate in preventive maintenance and network restoration during outages and emergencies.
• Learn to identify and troubleshoot network impairments affecting customer services.
• Assist with pole line inspections and outside plant audits.
• Support construction projects involving fiber optic and coaxial network infrastructure.
• Perform basic material handling, inventory management, and equipment preparation.
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and training completed.
• Utilize mobile applications and work management systems to document activities.
• Participate in classroom and field-based technical training programs.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Construction, Network Operations, and Service Delivery teams.
• Work on-call/after hours and shift as scheduled.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Manager, Director, or VP.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Outdoor work ability

Physical stamina

Working at heights

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/technical coursework in Telecommunications/Electronics

Internship or field experience preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Liberty Puerto Rico is seeking an Associate Technician (Intern) to support maintenance, repair, and restoration of telecommunications infrastructure, including aerial and underground cable networks. This entry-level developmental role provides hands-on training and exposure to outside plant operations, safety practices, network infrastructure, and field service activities.

You’ll work with experienced technicians to learn industry standards, technical skills, and procedures required to support