What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Network Technician position at Glotel?
6 months W2 contract for Network/Fiber Field Technician in Portland/Salem, OR. Covering from Longview, WA to Oregon Coast
Network Field Technician
Responsibilities:
- Install, operate, and maintain networking equipment and infrastructure at various client facilities.
- Diagnose and resolve network hardware, software, and infrastructure issues with minimal customer service impact.
- Conduct network circuit performance testing and ensure correct operation.
- Install and maintain infrastructure, including cross-connects, cable management, and equipment labeling.
- Perform overnight maintenance as needed and organize work schedules for installations, upgrades, and maintenance.
- Act as a point of contact for network outages and support contractors on-site.
- Conduct site audits and maintain accurate documentation of facilities and work performed.
- Support critical systems maintenance (electrical, HVAC, fire suppression) and assist in new facility deployments and upgrades.
- Ensure safety standards are met and maintained at all times.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree or trade school preferred.
- 3 years of technical facilities and networking experience in telecom, network service providers, or data centers.
- Proficient with telecom equipment (Cisco, Juniper, Adva, Ciena), fiber optic circuits, and telecom power systems.
- Knowledge of network circuits (DWDM/CWDM, Ethernet, IP, MPLS) and telecom testing equipment.
- Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment and travel within a 100 mi radius.
- Valid driver's license required and reliable SUV/4x4/Truck
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to participate in on-call rotation for emergency support.
- Maintain a 100% safe working environment.
Other duties as assigned.
**Candidate will have successfully passed a Background Check. Start date is contingent on client**
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- On call
- Overtime
Application Question(s):
- This is a local road warrior need
The area covered: Longview, WA to Astoria, WA down to Newport, OR to Eugene, OR. (Oregon Coast)
Expenses paid for travel in own vehicle
Please confirm you can work on this basis?
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $30 - $33
