Network Infrastructure Installer

INSPYR Solutions • Southern US, AR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

INSPYR Solutions is seeking experienced Installation Technicians for hands-on, travel-based telecommunications and data center deployments throughout the United States. The work takes place in Central Offices (CO), Points of Presence (POP), data centers, huts, repeater locations, and other network infrastructure facilities. Technicians install, test, troubleshoot, and support system turn-up, serving as onsite representatives and coordinating with project managers, OEM teams, carrier Network Operations Centers (NOCs), site representatives, and material/logistics teams.

This is a long-term contract anticipated to last 6–9 months, with potential for extension or conversion to full-time employment based on performance and project needs. The role is home-based between assignments, targets candidates living in the Southeast, and requires extensive nationwide travel. INSPYR Solutions coordinates and books required business travel; travel costs are billed to the client. Client-approved meals and miscellaneous travel expenses are reimbursed weekly, subject to approval and applicable policies.

The standard schedule is 40 hours per week once assigned to an active project. Overtime may be available depending on project requirements but is not guaranteed. Technicians may support additional assignments during downtime. The position involves field installation work and requires following applicable safety procedures, installation standards, and quality requirements.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of hands-on telecommunications or network equipment installation experience.
• Experience working in Central Offices, POP sites, and/or data centers.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and installation documentation.
• Experience installing telecommunications and network equipment, including routers, switches, and transport systems.
• Hands-on experience with fiber routing, dressing, and termination.
• Willingness and ability to travel nationwide based on project assignments.
• Ability to clearly explain hands-on installation experience, including equipment testing, troubleshooting, and turn-up procedures.

Nice To Haves

• DC power installation experience, including running and terminating power to racks and systems, building and installing Relay Rack Assemblies (RLAs), making Power Distribution Frame (PDF) to grid connections, and powering up and validating systems.
• Experience installing and supporting optical transport and DWDM systems.
• Experience coordinating with OEM teams and carrier NOCs during equipment installation and turn-up.
• Familiarity with Telcordia standards and OSHA safety requirements.
• Experience performing equipment audits, decommissioning, and system upgrades.
• Experience using telecommunications test equipment, including Optical Power Meters, Fiberscopes, Voltmeters, and Cat6 testers.
• Understanding of A/B power feeds and end-to-end DC power installation, testing, and validation.
• Experience lacing various cable gauges, routing and dressing cables, and installing grounding cables.
• Experience with equipment manufacturers such as Ciena, Infinera, Nokia, Cisco, and Juniper, including installation, testing, turn-up, and basic troubleshooting.
• Experience testing fiber circuits with OTDR equipment and interpreting test results.
• Experience running, cleaning, inspecting, and installing MPO fiber connections using proper handling procedures.
• Experience installing cable racks, ironwork, equipment racks, and cabinets.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test, and troubleshoot telecommunications equipment in Central Office, POP, and data center environments.
• Install telecommunications and MSO network equipment at POP sites, data centers, huts, and repeater locations.
• Route, dress, terminate, and test fiber in accordance with engineering specifications.
• Support light configuration, testing, and turn-up of OEM network equipment.
• Coordinate with OEM teams and carrier NOCs during system activation, connectivity testing, and troubleshooting.
• Identify and resolve installation and network connectivity issues in real time.
• Support DC power installations and power builds, including RLAs, PDF connections, and powering systems or racks as needed.
• Conduct equipment audits, decommissioning, equipment replacements, and system upgrades.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and project documentation to ensure accurate installations.
• Follow applicable safety procedures, installation standards, and quality requirements.
• Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for project managers, site representatives, and material/logistics coordination.
• Assist in guiding other technicians onsite to support installation quality, efficiency, and project timelines.
• Maintain accurate installation records, testing documentation, and project status reports.
• Travel to project locations throughout the United States as assignments and business needs require.

Benefits

• Client-approved meals and miscellaneous travel-related expenses are reimbursed weekly, subject to client approval and applicable travel and expense policies.
• Required business travel is coordinated and booked by INSPYR Solutions, with travel costs billed directly to the client.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed