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Central Office Technician-March 2024
Clifton
Mar 28, 2026
About Central Office Technician

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

This position Supports the field services group and network testers. It’s responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of complex equipment such as switching systems, circuit equipment, fiber optic equipment, network terminal equipment, and data/digital devices. They utilize sophisticated electrical and electronic measuring devices to analyze defects, perform routine maintenance, and ensure the smooth operation of voice, data switches, and transmission systems. Their role is crucial in ensuring reliable communication services by managing the technical infrastructure that forms the backbone of modern telecommunication networks.

The Main Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining and operating a variety of equipment and systems, including but not limited to: DMS10 DMS100 5ESS as well as ROADM nodes ethernet switches and a variety of muxes.

Responsible for the provisioning and maintenance of Central Office equipment including, but not limited to subscriber loop carrier systems, DSL, POTS, digital and optical muxes.

Installs, performs routine maintenance, analyzes defects, tests, adjusts, repairs and maintains complex equipment such as switching systems, circuit equipment, network terminal equipment, and data/digital equipment by using electrical and or electronic measuring devices.

Updates work and maintenance logs through WFA, Word docs and FOMS databases.

Plans jobs and determines materials and resources needed to complete tasks.

Reviews and interprets work orders, wiring lists, wiring diagrams, and equipment drawings and follows standard practices in the performance of job duties.

Runs diagnostic test programs, analyzes defects and/or tests various types of telephone switching equipment (5ESS, DMS 10, DMS 100, Ericcson, Electronic Data Switching, etc), uses various types of testing devices, e.g. volt-ohm meters, spectrum analyzer, digital communications, OTDR, Fiber Scope data analyzers, etc.

Monitors all daily activities of the Central Office.

Works varying shifts and hours including possible mandatory overtime, and/or callouts, weekends, and holidays.

Keeps work, team and managers informed of status on work tasks, projects, and problems or obstacles.

Responsible several offices and may at times work out of the area

What We Look For in a Candidate

Ability to work varying shifts and hours including possible mandatory overtime and holidays.

Will be working in equipment rooms (i.e., switch, transmission, power and vault within central office locations, remote equipment huts, customer premise locations and controlled environments vaults (CEVs)).

Temperature and humidity levels are normally maintained at acceptable levels.

Moderate level of noise in most areas; however, engine rooms will have increased noise level when engines are running.

Perform strenuous physical activities including, but not limited to: lifting and/or moving objects weighing over 100 pounds.

When working aloft with ladders or other equipment with weight-capacity ratings, employees must adhere to the Company safety policy and equipment weight requirements.

Drive company-provided vehicle. Requires a valid state driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

May require compliance with State and Federal Department of Transportation Drive Qualification Regulations, including drug and alcohol testing.

May require a CDL.

On short notice, may travel to remote or distant locations.

May be away from home overnight(s) on temporary assignments for varying length of time.

Wear safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate safety clothing and follow established safety practices and procedures.

Wear attire that is appropriate for effective interaction with customers.

Work independently with minimal or no supervision

Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$14.33-$39.54- in these states: CO

As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.

Requisition #: 333294

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This position is part of a bargaining unit and represented by a union. Depending upon the applicable collective bargaining agreement under which you may be hired, you may be: (a) required to join the union and pay union dues as a condition of employment; or, (b) required to pay union dues, but not join the union as a condition of employment; or (c) free to chose whether or not to join the union, but if you do join the union you would be obligated to pay union dues.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Application Deadline

05/09/2024

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