Long Haul Fiber Technician Lead

Zayo Group

. Serve as a subject matter expert in fiber route protection, utility locating, damage prevention, and network troubleshooting .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeIndianapolis • United StatesSenior💰 $32 - $50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fiber route protection, utility locating, and damage prevention, with advanced skills in fiber testing and troubleshooting methodologies. Capable of providing technical guidance and conducting thorough field assessments while ensuring compliance with safety policies and operational procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fiber Route ProtectionUtility Locating TechniquesOTDRs and Optical Power MetersLayer 1–Layer 4 TestingDamage Prevention Coordination

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Fiber TestingFault IsolationTroubleshootingAdvanced Locate AuditsRoot-Cause AnalysisGPS CoordinationInfrastructure InspectionsDocumentationEmergency Restoration PlansConstruction Drawings

Soft Skills

Technical GuidanceMentoringProblem-SolvingStrong CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

10G–100G Test SetsGISSafety PoliciesOperational RecordsField Validation Equipment

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsFiber OpticsUnderground ConstructionField OperationsOSHA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a subject matter expert in fiber route protection, utility locating, damage prevention, and network troubleshooting
Perform advanced fiber testing, fault isolation, and troubleshooting using OTDRs, optical power meters, 10G–100G test sets, and Layer 1–Layer 4 testing methodologies
Provide technical guidance, coaching, and knowledge sharing to field technicians
Lead proactive patrols and infrastructure inspections to identify construction activity, excavation, environmental hazards, and potential third-party damage
Apply utility locating techniques, GPS, route maps, and construction drawings to protect underground infrastructure
Coordinate with contractors, utility owners, construction crews, locate vendors, Damage Prevention, GIS, Engineering, and OSP
Conduct advanced locate audits and field validations
Lead field assessments of suspected or confirmed damage, documenting site conditions, GPS coordinates, photographs, and technical findings
Support fault isolation, restoration, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and emergency restoration plans
Maintain operational records, equipment readiness, OSHA compliance, safety policies, and established procedures
Participate in post-incident reviews and recommend improvements to route patrol, locating, documentation, and infrastructure protection

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must reside within 60 minutes of the Indianapolis metro area
Eight or more years of relevant telecommunications, fiber optics, utility locating, underground construction, or field operations experience preferred
Advanced knowledge of fiber infrastructure, long-haul route protection, utility locating, and construction-related damage prevention
Experience with fiber testing equipment, including OTDRs, optical power meters, and applicable 10G–100G test sets
Working knowledge of Layer 1–Layer 4 testing
Ability to independently assess field risks, troubleshoot complex issues, interpret infrastructure records, and drive resolution
Experience coordinating with contractors, utility owners, and technical teams, including incident investigation and root-cause analysis
Demonstrated ability to mentor and provide technical guidance without direct supervisory responsibility
Strong communication, problem-solving, documentation, and organizational skills
Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, travel throughout assigned territories, respond to urgent field needs, and meet company driving requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, including OPT, TN, H1B, or other work visas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave
Life insurance
Disability retirement plans
Discretionary annual incentive plan eligibility for non-sales roles