Long Haul Fiber Technician III (West Lafayette, IN area)

Zayo Group•Remote - IN, IN

5d•$23 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Zayo is seeking a Long Haul Fiber Technician to join its Field Operations team. This technician-first position combines hands-on technical skill development with proactive fiber route patrol and damage prevention. The role operates with a high degree of independence and serves as a subject matter expert in field technician, damage prevention, route patrol, and locating activities. The position works in the field, and the ideal candidate resides within a 30-minute commute of the West Lafayette, Indiana area. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States; employer-sponsored work authorization is not available for this role. The technician assists with fiber network testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations; patrols and inspects long-haul fiber routes and infrastructure; supports utility locating and damage investigations; and documents field activities. The role also involves working with technicians, engineers, contractors, and internal teams, following safety requirements, and maintaining company vehicles, tools, and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to learn technical skills related to fiber installation, testing, and maintenance.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company vehicle requirements.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; employer-sponsored work authorization is not available.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of relevant field or construction experience.
Basic knowledge of telecommunications, underground utilities, or fiber optic systems.
Familiarity with fiber testing equipment such as OTDRs, light meters, and 10G–100G testers.
Exposure to Layer 1–Layer 4 testing concepts and network troubleshooting.
OSHA or other safety certifications.

Responsibilities

Assist with fiber network testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations.
Perform fiber testing using 10G–100G test sets, OTDR traces, and Layer 1–Layer 4 validation.
Install and support fiber network components, including optics, patch cords, and Network Interface Devices (NIDs).
Support fault isolation and escalate technical issues, damages, or risks to higher-level technicians.
Patrol long-haul fiber routes to identify potential risks, damage, or environmental threats.
Inspect fiber infrastructure, including cabinets, handholes, and buried cable routes.
Support utility locating using electrical, magnetic, GPS, and blueprint-analysis techniques.
Read and interpret maps, prints, and construction drawings to understand fiber placement and risks.
Monitor third-party activity near fiber routes at construction sites and help prevent damage.
Document field activities, site conditions, and utility data using company systems.
Support damage investigations by collecting field data and documenting findings.
Maintain network security and site integrity through routine inspections and reporting.
Communicate with technicians, engineers, contractors, and internal teams.
Comply with safety standards, including OSHA guidelines and company policies.
Work independently and as part of a team to meet operational goals.
Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in accordance with policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.