Long Haul Fiber Technician III (Richmond, IN area)

Zayo•Indianapolis, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Zayo is seeking a Long Haul Fiber Technician to join its Field Operations team. This technician-first field role combines hands-on technical work with proactive fiber-route patrol and damage prevention. The position works with a high degree of independence and serves as a subject matter expert in field technician, damage prevention, route patrol, and locating activities. The ideal candidate will reside within a 30-minute commute of the Richmond, Indiana, or Eaton, Ohio, metro areas. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States; employer-sponsored work authorization is not available for this position. The technician supports fiber network testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations, while patrolling long-haul routes and inspecting infrastructure for risks, damage, and environmental threats. The work includes fiber testing and validation, installing and supporting network components, utility locating, monitoring construction activity near fiber routes, documenting field conditions, and supporting damage investigations. The role involves outdoor work in varying conditions, compliance with safety standards, and maintaining company vehicles, tools, and equipment. The estimated base pay range is $23.41–$36.00 per hour. Compensation may vary based on location, experience, skills, certifications, and business needs. Non-sales roles may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive plan. The position may also be eligible for benefits including health insurance, life insurance, disability and retirement plans, and paid time off.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet company vehicle requirements.
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.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of relevant field or construction experience preferred.
Basic knowledge of telecommunications, underground utilities, or fiber optic systems preferred.
Familiarity with fiber testing equipment such as OTDR, light meters, and 10G–100G testers is a plus.
Exposure to Layer 1–Layer 4 testing concepts and network troubleshooting preferred.
OSHA or other safety certifications preferred.

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.
Regularly 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.
Deploy to construction sites to monitor third-party activity near fiber routes 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.