Traveling Telecommunications Technician III

We are looking for an experienced Traveling Telecommunications Technician III to support telecom installation and decommissioning projects throughout assigned job sites. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented candidate who can guide field activity, maintain high workmanship standards, and collaborate effectively with project stakeholders. The role requires strong technical knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure, a safety-focused mindset, and the flexibility to travel for multi-week assignments as project needs demand.

Responsibilities:
• Direct on-site technicians during installation, upgrade, removal, and shutdown activities for telecommunications systems and related infrastructure.
• Build out and dismantle network environments by working with fiber transport components, power systems, grounding elements, support frameworks, cabinets, racks, servers, switches, and routers.
• Run, identify, terminate, organize, and remove multiple cable types, including copper, fiber, coaxial, CAT5/6, and AC/DC power wiring.
• Perform tasks on both live and out-of-service equipment while following approved procedures and minimizing operational risk.
• Interpret engineering documents, construction drawings, and methods of procedure to complete field work accurately and efficiently.
• Use testing tools to verify cable performance, assist with fault isolation, prepare fiber connections, and inspect completed work for quality compliance.
• Coach technicians and reinforce company and site safety practices throughout each phase of the project.
• Communicate with customers, engineers, and project leadership to report progress, address job-site issues, and keep work aligned with project expectations.
• Oversee material staging, inventory tracking, and site housekeeping, including cleanup, equipment removal, and disposal of job-related waste.
• Maintain project records and complete required documentation, correcting discrepancies to ensure accurate closeout reporting.• 5+ years of experience in telecommunications installation, modification, or decommissioning work.
• Strong understanding of structured cabling, fiber systems, DC power, grounding, equipment racks, and supporting telecom infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to complete passive telecom work independently and provide direction to entry-level technicians in the field.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings, specifications, and methods of procedure.
• Experience using testing and troubleshooting tools for cable validation and issue identification.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the continental United States for assignments lasting one to four weeks, with flexibility for occasional night work or schedule adjustments.
• Valid driver’s license, authorization to work in the United States, must be eligible to work in the U.S., and the ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work at elevated heights, stand for extended periods, and safely use hand and power tools; safety or electrical certifications are a plus.