Principal Network Installation Technician – NIT 4

By Light Professional IT Services

. Interface with customer points of contact and perform detailed technical tasks .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading network installation projects, providing technical direction, and developing training documentation for field teams. Proficient in managing complex technical tasks and ensuring adherence to installation and service standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Ciena 6500 ExperienceRLS Platform ExpertiseWaveserver KnowledgeActive Secret ClearanceProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Network InstallationTechnical Project PlanningField Team LeadershipQuality Assurance InspectionsSite Survey TechniquesTelecom SkillsTechnical Documentation DevelopmentConfiguration and CommissioningPerformance AssessmentTraining Development

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsMentoringProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationRisk Mitigation

Tools & Technologies

Ciena 6500RLSWaveserverCisco DWDMVisio

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsField InstallationTechnical SupportProject CoordinationLogistics Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interface with customer points of contact and perform detailed technical tasks
Lead Network Installation Technician field teams in site activities
Plan and complete complex technical projects from survey and engineering through site implementation
Develop and maintain installation and service standards
Lead, train, counsel, assess, and mentor network installation technicians
Serve as a technical knowledge resource and company interface to customers
Communicate project status, mitigate risks, and resolve field issues
Work with Project Managers as the first line of communication for field installation teams
Recommend and assign personnel to projects with the Master Scheduler
Develop and assess field deliverables before submission to Project Managers
Help ensure production schedules are met or exceeded
Provide input on employee objectives, performance assessments, and annual reviews
Assess employee skills and provide feedback to improve productivity
Develop training and procedural documentation for field tasks and installation standards
Train employees on site surveys, telecom skills, Telcordia techniques, safe power procedures, site safety, and best practices
Provide training on Ciena 6500, RLS, Waveserver, Cisco DWDM, and other specialized platforms
Prepare complex site reports, documents, diagrams, and Visio drawings
Provide project design support in coordination with Engineering
Provide onsite and remote technical direction for deployment, configuration, commissioning, and testing
Monitor project issues and develop resolutions supporting schedule, quality, and client satisfaction
Conduct quality assurance inspections
Coordinate equipment delivery and supply issues with Logistics and vendors
Assist with personnel evaluations, objectives, professional growth, and team realignment
Review Site Completion Reports and Daily Status Reports
Coordinate engineering and technical document updates
Participate in bi-weekly scheduling meetings and coordinate project priorities
Coordinate equipment, test sets, travel arrangements, and other logistical requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years experience directly related to Ciena 6500 and/or RLS, Waveserver platforms
Previous experience leading and implementation team or teams
Active Secret clearance; or ability to obtain and maintain
Candidates may be based anywhere in the US
Must be open to at least 70% travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Wellness Program
401(k) Matching
Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Education & Training
Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)