Long Haul Fiber Technician III (Richmond, IN area)
About The Position
Zayo is seeking a Long Haul 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, with the ideal candidate living within a 30-minute commute of the Richmond, Indiana or Eaton, Ohio metro areas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; employer-sponsored work authorization is not available.
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.
- Applicants must be 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.
- Conduct regular patrols of 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.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability and retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
