Central Office Technician III
Hybrid - US
Central Office Technician III
Full Time • Hybrid - US
Department: Critical Infrastructure Services
Reports To: Project Manager / Supervisor
FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt
FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt
Location: Hawaii
Requirements: Valid passport, ability to obtain security clearance as required. Possible background check and drug testing.
Requirements: Valid passport, ability to obtain security clearance as required. Possible background check and drug testing.
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Position Summary
The Central Office Technician III performs advanced telecommunications provisioning, testing, circuit migration, and network infrastructure activities within Central Office environments. This position supports major telecommunications carriers through installation, testing, troubleshooting, decommissioning, and inventory management while maintaining strict adherence to carrier standards.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Circuit Provisioning
· Perform copper, fiber, DSX-1, and DSX-3 cross-connect activities.
· Read and interpret Carrier Work Orders (CWOs), Circuit Layout Records (CLRs), and engineering documentation.
· Execute disconnect, transfer, and migration activities.
· Verify circuit continuity.
· Trace existing circuits.
Network Operations
· Configure SONET and WDM Layer 1 services.
· Provision OAM&P connectivity.
· Perform equipment turn-up.
· Support remote provisioning.
· Execute node decommissioning activities.
Documentation
· Update inventory databases.
· Record provisioning changes.
· Complete testing documentation.
· Submit daily reports.
Testing
· Verify circuit functionality.
· Perform continuity testing.
· Validate customer acceptance requirements.
· Troubleshoot service issues.
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Qualifications
· 5+ years Central Office technician experience.
· Knowledge of SONET.
· WDM experience.
· Copper and fiber provisioning.
· Understanding of carrier documentation.
· Experience with major telecommunications carriers.
Physical Requirements (Technician & Installer)
· Lift up to 50 pounds.
· Stand and walk for extended periods.
· Climb ladders.
· Work in confined spaces.
· Work around energized DC power.
· Differentiate cable colors.
· Bend, kneel, crouch, reach, pull, and push throughout the workday.
· Travel up to 75%.
· Work nights, weekends, and varying shifts as required.
Flexible work from home options available.
Bringing Diverse Insights and Real-world Expertise to Solve Complex Business and Technology Challenges
At BNS, we’re at the forefront of Telecom, Media, Entertainment, Power, Utilities and Critical Infrastructure. Our team of Industry Experts, Engineers and Technicians work alongside government and commercial clients to transform challenges into strategic opportunities.
At BNS, we’re at the forefront of Telecom, Media, Entertainment, Power, Utilities and Critical Infrastructure. Our team of Industry Experts, Engineers and Technicians work alongside government and commercial clients to transform challenges into strategic opportunities.
BNS is a collection of professionals who bring diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and hands-on experience to solve complex business and technology challenges. We leverage our proven expertise in markets including telecom, media, entertainment, power, utilities, critical infrastructure, and government to provide unbiased business strategy consulting and technology assessments. Our customers count on us to keep our finger on the pulse of change so we can validate strategic approaches and provide tailored solutions that leverage our in-house talent and curated partner ecosystem.
Unlike traditional consulting or outsourced engineering firms, BNS brings a strong sense of purpose to our customers’ pivotal projects. We build trust by collaborating closely with our customers through engaged listening and transparency. Once we gain an understanding of short-term and long-term goals, we are completely focused on accelerating your path to success.
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