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Glow Networks

Field Technician/Installer - Multiple Location

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What they do

A Telecommunications Field Technician telecommunications Field Service Technician installs, repairs and maintains voice, data and video systems for a company's customers at the customer site. Prepares and documents a customer's network prior to implementing telecommunication system. Installs IP, network equipment and facilities. Acts as the first point of issue resolution, responds to field engineering issues and troubleshooting telecommunication problems. May train less experienced field technicians.

$66,197 / year median in Texas

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Allowances & Benefits :
Travel expenses will be covered. Accommodation will be provided. Fuel and gas expenses will be covered. Per diem One week of training will be conducted in Dallas, TX.
Key Responsibilities:
Install, terminate, and test fiber optic and copper cabling including CAT5, CAT6, and coaxial cables. Perform structured cabling activities such as routing, dressing, and labeling to ensure organized installations. Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues related to cabling and fiber optics. Ensure proper power distribution including rack-level PDU installations, UPS systems, and grounding compliance. Conduct maintenance, inspections, and upgrades for power and cooling systems. Follow SOPs and industry best practices for cabling and power management. Demonstrate understanding of fiber types, fiber ends, jumper/JPOI handling, and protection methods. Operate OTDR and power meters for testing and validation. Apply proper fiber cleaning and scoping techniques (splicing not required). Maintain familiarity with DWDM and OME long-haul/short-haul circuits up to 100G. Mount equipment in central offices, colocation facilities, huts, and outdoor enclosures. Understand telecom color codes and perform wire wrap paired cable work. Read and interpret engineering documents, MOPs, EDPs, and customer best practice documentation. Work with AC and DC power systems including installing and verifying -48V leads while protecting live circuits. Strip and crimp DC power leads safely. Perform crimping of lugs and H-Taps. Ensure safe power termination practices. Apply electrical grease where required. Use double-insulated torque wrenches and screwdrivers. Maintain familiarity with telecom equipment vendors such as Ciena and Cisco (preferred).