Network Infrastructure Installer

Location: Work from home, Mixture of both Long Distance and Local travel

• Local Travel is considered within a 4 hour radius of your home location
• If local travel, you will be using your own vehicle
• If you are truly traveling and staying overnight for days or weeks at a time, my client will pay for hotel, car rental, plane fare, etc.

Pay Rate: Between $35 to $38 Hourly . (Depends on experience as it pertains to the role)

Length of Assignment: Six to 9 months. excellent potential for contract extension or contract to hire
Work Authorization: Authorized to work in the United States without the need of sponsorship. (Either now or in the future)



Important Job Requirements & Expectations - Please Review Carefully
Before moving forward in the hiring process, please review the following important job expectations:

Driving & Mileage (When doing local travel)

• This role involves a significant amount of driving.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• You will initially drive your own personal vehicle .
• Mileage reimbursement or gas cards are not provided .
• Drive time is paid , with the exception of:
  • The first 30 minutes of your drive each day
  • The last 30 minutes of your drive each day
    These unpaid periods are considered normal commuting time.

When doing Nationwide travel:

• My client will pay for hotel, car rental, plane far if needed.
• You will expense your food ($60 per day and be reimbursed weekly)

Vehicle Requirements

• Since you will be using your personal vehicle, fuel efficiency is important.
• Vehicles with high gas mileage (such as 4-cylinder vehicles ) are recommended.
• Larger trucks or low-MPG vehicles may result in significantly higher personal fuel costs.
• If hired full-time , a company vehicle will be provided .

Background & Drug Screening

• Must be able to pass a background check .
• Felony convictions will disqualify candidates .
• Must pass a drug screening , which includes alcohol testing .

Work Schedule Expectations

• Must be willing to work on-call , including evenings and occasional weekends .
• Typical service hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM , but travel time may extend beyond these hours.
• Example:
  • If a job begins at 8:00 AM and is 2 hours away:
    • 6:00-6:30 AM unpaid commute time
    • 6:30 AM until arrival paid drive time
  • The same rule applies for return travel.

Work Environment
You will support customers in both:

• Data Center environments
• Central Office Environments
• Traditional business locations

Position Summary
We are seeking experienced Network Infrastructure Installation Technicians to support telecommunications and data center deployments across Texas. This is a hands-on role focused on Central Office, POP, and network infrastructure environments . These technicians will serve as key onsite representatives, working directly with project managers, OEM teams, and NOC teams. This is a 6-9 month project with the potential for extension or conversion to full-time based on performance and ongoing workload. Candidates must be open and willing to travel throughout Texas , with the possibility of travel outside the state as needed.

Must-Have Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

• 3 + years of telecommunications / network installation experience
• Experience working in Central Offices (CO), POP sites, and Data Centers
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and wiring diagrams
• Experience installing telco/network equipment including routers, switches, and transport systems
• Experience with fiber routing, dressing, and termination
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout Texas (and beyond if needed)
• Ability to clearly explain hands-on experience with installation work, testing, and turn-up processes

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• DC power experience including running and terminating power to racks and systems, building and installing RLAs (Relay Rack Assemblies), performing PDF (Power Distribution Frame) to grid connections, and powering up/validating systems
• Experience with optical transport / DWDM systems
• Experience working with OEM teams and carrier NOCs
• Familiarity with Telcordia and OSHA standards
• Experience with equipment audits, decommissioning, and system upgrades
• Experience using test equipment such as Optical Power Meter, Fiberscope, Voltmeter, and Cat6 tester

Key Technical Competencies (Must Be Able to Speak To in Detail)

• DC Power Installation & Termination: Understanding of A/B feeds, power types, and ability to explain end-to-end power processes including rack power-up and validation
• Cable Lacing & Grounding: Experience lacing various cable gauges, proper cable management/dressing, and installing grounding cables
• Central Office / Data Center Experience : Ability to clearly articulate work performed in CO or data center environments
• OEM Equipment Installation & Turn-Up: Hands-on experience installing and supporting equipment from Ciena, Infinera, Nokia, Cisco, and Juniper, including ability to explain installation, testing, turn-up, and basic troubleshooting
• Fiber Testing & OTDR: Experience testing circuits using OTDR, familiarity with different tools/models, and ability to interpret results
• Fiber Types (MPO): Experience running, cleaning, and installing MPO fiber and understanding best practices
• Rack & Infrastructure Installation: Experience installing cable racks, ironwork, and mounting racks/cabinets

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and testing of telecommunications equipment across Central Office and data center environments :
• Install telco and MSO network equipment across POP sites, data centers, huts, and repeater locations :
• Support light configuration and testing of OEM equipment :
• Coordinate with OEM teams and carrier NOCs for system turn-up and connectivity :
• Troubleshoot installation and network connectivity issues in real-time :
• Support DC power installation and power builds (RLAs, PDF connections, powering systems/racks) as needed :
• Conduct equipment audits, decommissioning activities, and system upgrades
• Ensure adherence to industry and safety standards
• Serve as the primary onsite liaison for project managers, site contacts, and material/logistics coordination
• Support or guide other technicians onsite to ensure quality, efficiency, and timeline adherence
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting throughout the project lifecycle

Schedule & Work Environment

• Standard schedule: 40 hours per week once project is active
• Overtime: Project-dependent (not guaranteed but possible)
• Flexibility to support additional work across projects during downtime

About INSPYR Solutions
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