Level IV Office Installer - National

Position: Level IV Central Office Installer - National Travel
Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Central Office (CO) Installation Technician IV to support large-scale telecommunications infrastructure deployments across the United States. This role is ideal for a senior
-level installer with extensive experience in DWDM transport equipment installations, central office environments, and leading installation teams in the field.

This position offers long-term project work, extensive travel opportunities, and employer-provided technical training and certification programs.

Responsibilities

+ Lead installation teams on telecommunications equipment deployments in Central Office (CO), ILA, and transport network environments.

+ Install and commission DWDM transport equipment and associated infrastructure.

+ Install fiber optic cabling, fiber trough systems, ladder rack, cabinets, bays, and related hardware.

+ Perform lace and stitch cable management according to industry standards.

+ Conduct fiber cleaning, inspection, and testing activities.

+ Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and installation documentation.

+ Ensure installations are completed safely, accurately, and according to quality standards.

+ Support equipment testing, turn-up activities, and network integration efforts as required.

+ Provide day-to-day technical leadership and mentorship to installation team members.

Required Qualifications

+ Extensive experience as a Central Office Installation Technician.

+ Previous experience leading installation efforts for DWDM optical transport equipment.

+ Strong understanding of long-haul transport network environments.

+ Experience installing:

+ Fiber optic cabling

+ Fiber trough systems

+ Ladder rack

+ Equipment cabinets and bays

+ Transport and optical networking equipment

+

Experience with lace and stitch cable dressing methods.

+ Knowledge of fiber cleaning, inspection, and documentation best practices.

+ Ability to travel extensively nationwide.

Preferred Qualifications

+

Experience with optical transport platforms and DWDM technologies.

+ Previous exposure to equipment testing, commissioning, and turn-up activities.

+ Industry certifications related to telecommunications installation or optical networking.

+ Experience mentoring or leading field installation teams.

Travel Details

+ 100% nationwide travel required.

+ Airfare, hotel accommodations, rental vehicles, and approved travel expenses provided.

+ Mileage reimbursement available for approved use of personal vehicles.

+ Travel schedules typically consist of multi-week deployments with periodic home time between assignments.

+ Travel time compensated in accordance with company policy.

Schedule

+ Primarily day-shift work.

+ Occasional off-hours or maintenance-window work may be required to support network cutovers and project activities.

Requirements

+ Ability to pass a drug screening, background investigation, and motor vehicle records check.

+ Ability to lift equipment and work in telecommunications environments as required.

+ Strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

Skills

+ DWDM Equipment Installation

+ Central Office Installation

+ Lace and Stitch

+ Fiber Cleaning and Inspection

+ Optical Transport Networks

+ Equipment Rack and Cabinet Installation

+ Fiber Infrastructure Deployment

Experience Level

Expert / Lead Technician

+ All travel expenses paid

+ Daily per diem provided

+ Long-term project work

+ Certification and technical training opportunities

+ Career advancement opportunities within a growing telecommunications organization

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Raleigh, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors,…