Long Haul Fiber Technician III (Marion, IN area)

Zayo Group•Indianapolis, IN

4d•$23 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Zayo is seeking a Long Haul Fiber Technician to join its Field Operations team. This technician-first role combines hands-on technical work with proactive fiber route patrol and damage prevention. The technician 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 position works in the field, and the ideal candidate lives within a 30-minute commute of the Marion, Indiana metro area. Applicants must already be authorized to work full-time in the United States; employer-sponsored work authorization is not available for this position. The role supports fiber network testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, route inspections, utility locating, and damage investigations. It involves working with fiber test equipment and network components, monitoring construction activity near fiber routes, documenting field findings, and maintaining safety, network security, vehicles, tools, and equipment. The technician may work independently or as part of a team and performs other duties as assigned.

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 preferred.
Basic knowledge of telecommunications, underground utilities, or fiber optic systems preferred.
Familiarity with fiber testing equipment such as OTDRs, 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.
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.
Collect field data and document findings in support of damage investigations.
Maintain network security and site integrity through routine inspections and reporting.
Communicate with technicians, engineers, contractors, and internal teams.
Comply with OSHA guidelines, safety standards, 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.