Location: This role is on the road and will require travel to sites which could be in any US state. Please only apply if you are happy working on the road.
Employment type: W2 with benefits
Position Summary
The Level 1 Telecom Technician is an entry-level role supporting Central Office (CO) decommissioning projects. The technician assists senior technicians with equipment removal, cable mining, material handling and site preparation in live telecommunications environments.
The role provides hands-on training in telecom infrastructure, Central Office safety practices and decommissioning procedures. The technician works under the supervision of Level 2 and Lead Technicians while developing the skills needed to move into more advanced technical roles.
Key Responsibilities
Project Support
<ul>
<li>Assist senior technicians with Central Office decommissioning activities</li>
<li>Support execution of approved Method of Procedures (MOPs) under supervision</li>
<li>Assist with equipment preparation, staging and removal</li>
<li>Maintain site cleanliness and organization throughout the project</li>
</ul>
Equipment Removal Assistance
<ul>
<li>Assist with removal of telecom equipment, including bays, cabinets, relay racks and transport equipment</li>
<li>Support palletizing and packaging of equipment for recycling or resale</li>
<li>Assist with dismantling overhead infrastructure such as ladder rack and cable trays</li>
</ul>
Cable Mining Support
<ul>
<li>Assist with removal of abandoned fiber, copper and coax cabling</li>
<li>Support circuit tracing and cable identification under supervision</li>
<li>Maintain labeling and cable management during removal activities</li>
<li>Assist with segregation of scrap materials (copper, fiber, electronics)</li>
</ul>
Safety &amp; Compliance
<ul>
<li>Follow all Central Office safety procedures and site rules</li>
<li>Adhere to OSHA safety standards and company safety policies</li>
<li>Participate in daily safety briefings and Job Safety Analyses (JSA)</li>
<li>Immediately report safety concerns or hazards to supervisors</li>
</ul>
Learning &amp; Development
<ul>
<li>Develop understanding of telecom infrastructure and Central Office environments</li>
<li>Learn proper cable handling and removal techniques</li>
<li>Receive training in DC power safety and telecom equipment systems</li>
<li>Progress toward performing more advanced technician duties</li>
</ul>
Required Qualifications
<ul>
<li>OSHA 10 certification (required)</li>
<li>Ability to work safely in technical and industrial environments</li>
<li>Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team</li>
<li>Valid driver's license</li>
<li>Ability to pass background screening for Central Office access</li>
<li>Willingness to travel to project sites</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Previous experience in construction, electrical or telecommunications environments</li>
<li>Basic understanding of tools and mechanical equipment</li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements
This position involves strenuous physical activity and requires the ability to:
<ul>
<li>Lift, carry, push and pull equipment and materials weighing up to 75 pounds on a regular basis</li>
<li>Work at heights using ladders, lifts and overhead cable racks</li>
<li>Stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, kneel, crouch and reach for extended periods throughout the workday</li>
<li>Perform repetitive physical tasks in various indoor and outdoor environments</li>
<li>Work in confined spaces, including confined telecom equipment environments, and in challenging field conditions when required</li>
<li>Maintain the physical stamina needed to safely perform all essential job functions</li>
</ul>
Note: This is a physically demanding position requiring regular lifting, climbing, and extended periods of standing, walking and manual labor. Candidates must be able to perform these essential functions safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment
<ul>
<li>Live Central Offices</li>
<li>Data Centers</li>
<li>Legacy Telecom Facilities</li>
<li>Industrial Indoor Environments</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
<ul>
<li>W2 employment</li>
<li>From $30 per hour</li>
<li>Health insurance</li>
<li>Per diem / travel paid</li>
</ul>
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Health insurance</li>
</ul>
Application Question(s):
<ul>
<li>Do you hold a current OSHA 10 certification?</li>
<li>Do you have hands-on experience working in telecom central offices or data centres?</li>
<li>This role is 100% travel and you will be required to travel across any USA state as required. You may be away from home for months at a time. Can you commit to that?</li>
<li>Are you willing to complete a background check, a drug test and employment history verification? Please ensure your resume is accurate.</li>
</ul>
Work Location: On the road

Telecom Technician – Central Office Decommissioning

Telecom Technician – Central Office Decommissioning

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