Long Haul Fiber Technician III (Marion, IN area)

Zayo•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Zayo is seeking a Long Haul Technician to join its Field Operations team. This technician-first role 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 Marion, Indiana metro area. The technician supports fiber network testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installation; inspects and patrols long-haul routes; helps prevent damage from nearby construction; and documents field activities and damage investigations. The role requires outdoor work in varying weather and environmental conditions, safe work practices, effective communication, and the ability to work independently and with a team. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States; employer-sponsored work authorization is not available.

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.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of five 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.
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.
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 effectively with technicians, engineers, contractors, and internal teams.
Comply with safety standards, including OSHA guidelines and company policies.
Work independently and in team environments to meet operational goals.
Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in accordance with policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.