Field Telecom Technician

Field Telecom Technician

Location:

Indianapolis, IN 46225 (On-site / Field)

Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour + Mileage Reimbursement

Job Type: 6–12 Month Contract (Potential for Perm Conversion)

Work Schedule:

Mon–Fri, 1st Shift (No On-Call)

About the Role:

Are you a hands-on technician who enjoys working in the field rather than behind a desk? We are seeking a high-energy Field Telecom Technician for a technical, physical role focused on fiber optic and transport network infrastructure. This is not an IT/Software position; it is a "boots-on-the-ground" role for someone who loves to build and troubleshoot physical network systems.

• Work Authorization:
  Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder (W-2 only; No C2C/3rd Party).
• Licensing:
  Must possess a valid Driver's License and a reliable personal vehicle.
• Compliance:
  Must be able to pass a comprehensive Drug Test and Background Check.
• Tools:
  Must possess a basic set of manual hand tools.

• Network Installation:
  Install, provision, and decommission network equipment including Fiber Optic transport, Ethernet, SONET, and IP layers.
• Hardware Testing:
  Use advanced field instruments—Viavi ONA
  800 and EXFO FIP
  500—to test services from DS0 to OC192.
• Infrastructure Maintenance:
  Perform PMs on critical facility gear: DC Power Plants, high-voltage electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Field Troubleshooting:
  Identify/replace defective modules, assist in fiber route locating/marking, and support emergency network restoration.
• Inventory & Logistics:
  Manage on-site assets, process deliveries, and coordinate shipping/receiving.
• Reporting:
  Update trouble tickets and provide real-time logs on network status.

• Technical Aptitude:
  Proficient with hand/power tools and computerized testing equipment.
• Fiber Foundations:
  Basic knowledge of fiber optic cabling and network transmission standards.
• Physical Labor:
  Ability to work in Central Offices and outdoor environments; must be comfortable performing physical labor under pressure.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Strong time management, problem-solving, and a "customer-obsessed" mindset.

• Consistent 40-hour work week with a stable 7-4 or 8-5 schedule.
• Opportunity to work with high-end, carrier-grade technology (Lumen-level infrastructure).
• Clear path for potential permanent hire based on performance.

If interested (or know someone who is), please reply with an updated resume and pay requirements to  for immediate consideration.