Central Office Installation Technicians

Help Wanted: Central Office Installation Technicians – Fiber, Secondary Power & Common Systems

We are looking for experienced and motivated Central Office Installation Technicians to join our high-performing telecom infrastructure team. If you are hands-on, detail-oriented, and know your way around fiber routing, secondary power, and transport system installations, we want to hear from you.

Position: Central Office Installation Technician
Location: West – Travel Required
Employment Type: Full-Time & Unit Based
Pay Range: $25-$35 p/h based on Skill set. Unit-based opportunities are also available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, test, and turn-up equipment in Central Office (CO), data center, and remote site environments.
• Fiber Work:
• Route and secure fiber in overhead or underfloor raceways to industry standards (e.g., NEBS, GR-1275).
• Terminate SC/LC/UPC/APC connectors and build fiber shelves, patch panels, and splice trays.
• Secondary Power:
• Terminate DC power cables (–48V) with proper crimping and lugs (e.g., 2-hole compression lugs).
• Run power from BDFB to equipment racks following Telcordia standards.
• Verify voltage, polarity, and grounding integrity using a multimeter and load bank where needed.
• Common System Installations:
• Rack, stack, and secure equipment, route fiber and copper jumpers, and label all terminations.
• Add relay racks, cabinets, cabling infrastructure to include rack, fiber duct, grounding.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience installing telecom or data network infrastructure.
• Strong familiarity with CO installation practices including GR-1275, NEBS, and customer-specific standards (e.g., Lumen TP-77350).
• Capable of reading and interpreting detailed engineering documentation: MOPs, circuit diagrams, rack elevation drawings, and labeling plans.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in raised floor or ceiling environments.
• Multiple overnight travel is required. Per Diem and other travel benefits are provided.

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with DC power systems (BDFB, battery plants, rectifiers, fuse panels).
• Experience working with major telecom carriers or equipment OEMs.
• Certifications: OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR, or vendor-specific (e.g., Ciena/Nokia certs).
• Understanding of fiber management systems and structured cabling solutions.

Why Work With Us?

• Steady, long-term project pipeline across regional and national accounts
• Supportive safety-first culture
• Opportunities to lead projects and train junior techs.

Apply Today – Help us power the backbone of tomorrow’s network.