Long Haul Technician III - Douglas, AZ
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 position operates with a high degree of independence and serves as a subject matter expert in field technician work, damage prevention, route patrol, and locating activities. The technician supports fiber network testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations; conducts patrols and inspections to identify risks to fiber infrastructure; and supports utility locating and damage investigations. The role involves working outdoors in varying conditions, communicating with internal and external 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.
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 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 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 for 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 and company safety policies.
- Work independently and as part of a team to meet operational goals.
- Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment according to 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
