Field Network Technician (Business Connectivity Specialist)

Key Responsibilities (The "Field" Focus)

• On-Site Diagnostics & Repair: Investigate and resolve service outages or performance degradation at the client’s place of business using a methodical Layer 1–3 troubleshooting approach.
• Physical Layer Maintenance: Repair or replace damaged cabling (Cat5e/6 or Fiber) and connectors. Perform fiber splicing and use OTDR/Light Meters to verify signal integrity.
• CPE Management: Install, re-configure, and troubleshoot Customer Premise Equipment (CPE), including Managed Routers, Network Interface Devices (NID), and Optical Network Terminals (ONT).
• Logical Verification: Interface with the NOC to verify VLAN tagging, IP assignments (Static/Dynamic), and routing protocols to ensure end-to-end connectivity.
• Inside Wiring: Navigate business environments (server rooms, IDF/MDF closets, drop ceilings) to extend demarcations or optimize equipment placement.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct comprehensive speed tests and latency benchmarks to ensure the circuit meets Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Technical Skills & Qualifications

• The "Network Brain": While you may not be configuring Cisco switches daily, you must have the foundational knowledge equal to that of a CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE (although the actual certifications are not required). You should understand routing, switching, and the TCP/IP stack intimately.
• Connectivity Standards: Deep understanding of Ethernet standards and Fiber Optic technology (GPON, Active Ethernet).
• Tool Proficiency: Experience (or the aptitude to quickly master) fusion splicers, signal level meters, TDRs, and network testers (e.g., NetAlly, VIAVI).
• Hardware Familiarity: Even though the core work is on ISP gear, your experience with enterprise-grade hardware (Cisco, Juniper, Adtran, Ciena) will allow you to communicate effectively with client IT Managers.

Soft Skills & Physical Requirements

• Professional Presence: Ability to act as a technical consultant to business owners and IT Managers.
• Methodical Troubleshooting: The ability to isolate variables in a complex environment to find the root cause quickly.
• Physical Agility: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces (server closets/crawl spaces).
• Mobility: Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.