Deployment Technician II

Company Description

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.

Zayo is seeking a Deployment Technician II in the Austin area who will primarily be responsible for performing duties associated with hands on functions within the telecommunications industry.

Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Zayo will not provide, transfer, or assume sponsorship for any employment visa or work authorization for this position now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Utilize construction tools and machinery such as: Shovels, Concrete Saws, Core Drills, Vacuums, Skid Steers, Forklifts, etc

• Conduct daily inspections for site and equipment safety.

• Execute and deconstruct daily test plans on location per the engineering blueprint

• Assist in the development of test plans when necessary

• Responsible for documenting on-site conditions and daily proceedings.

• Tasked with the placement of copper and fiber cabling.

• Coordinate aerial and underground positioning and configuration of splice enclosures.

• Demonstrable ability to use optical testing apparatuses such as light meters and OTDR.

• Perform Fusion Splicing of loose tube and ribbon fiber using standard fiber splicing tools (fusion splicer, etc.).

• Responsible for conducting hardware and software updates and/or modifications to test site equipment as necessary.

• Maintain comprehensive logs and data reports of work completed on various assignments.

• Assist in ensuring the upkeep of tools and equipment in a clean and operational condition, along with preserving a neat lab setting.

• Tasked with general cleanup of the indoor and outdoor facility, including but not limited to sweeping, leaf blowing, reorganization of materials, fence repairs, etc.

• Responsible for tracking and maintaining tool and material inventory

• Capability to work independently for prolonged periods ​
• Work at an outdoor facility exposed to RF emissions, construction materials, noise, and waste. Physical demands of lifting up to 60 pounds, stooping, standing for extended periods, and climbing ladders or in a bucket truck in adverse weather and heat. Travel is required up to 30% of the time.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of telecommunications/wireless construction or civil construction

• Ability to understand basic construction processes

• Demonstrated ability to execute tasks independently without continuous supervision

• Strong work ethics and teamwork; can do” attitude and desire to provide excellence.

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams.

• Knowledge of small cell and fiber optic deployment methods and best practices

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Associates Degree/some college preferred

• Minimum of two to three (2-3) years of relevant experience

• Outside Plant construction

• Experience performing installation and maintenance of telecommunications equipment and networks

• Testing and delivering high-speed telecommunications services

• Operating a variety of telecommunications test and construction equipment

• Previous construction labor or technician experience

• Military or technical school training in telecommunications, electronics, and AC/DC power systems helpful

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time

Estimated base pay range for this role is $22.45 - $34.51 USD / hour

The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.

Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

Benefits, Rewards & Wellness

• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
• Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

Zayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

As part of the application, hiring, onboarding, and/or employment process, Zayo or its affiliates, partners, and vendors may collect, store, and use biometric identifiers and biometric information (collectively, “Biometric Data”), such as fingerprints, facial geometry scans or other unique biological characteristics. Zayo uses CLEAR1, a third-party identity verification service, to verify applicant identity during the hiring process. CLEAR1 may collect Biometric Data, including facial geometry scans and/or other biometric identifiers, to authenticate your identity. Biometric Data will be retained pursuant to CLEAR1’s policies, which can be found here: https://www.clearme.com/clear1-credential-policy-crp. Zayo will not sell, lease, trade, or otherwise profit from any applicant's or employee's Biometric Data. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge this disclosure. Prior to any collection of Biometric Data — including through CLEAR — you may be presented with a separate consent form and asked to provide your written authorization in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), the Texas Capture or Use of Biometric Identifier Act (CUBI), and other applicable biometric privacy statutes.