Operations Technician III

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities. At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter. This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today. The Role Strong technical skill level working on complex assignments within the network systems installation and/or maintenance activities. Works on relatively straightforward installation and/or maintenance assignments on network switching equipment. Technician for customer/company network systems installation and/or maintenance activities. The Main Responsibilities Technician for customer/company network systems installation and/or maintenance activities. Resolve complex network problems involving power, network hardware and software, lines, modems and terminals. Use software and hardware tools to identify and diagnose network status and problems; conduct complex network monitoring equipment installation and maintenance activities; resolve complex trouble tickets. Monitor network operations and resolve routine network monitoring problems. Monitor network performance; conduct routine monitoring equipment installation and maintenance activities; resolve routine trouble tickets. Knowledge of/Ability to troubleshoot: IP subnetting, IP routing, IPSEC tunnels, IPVPN, and VRRP/HSRP. What We Look For in a Candidate Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree or equivalent education and relevant experience. 3+ years related experience in a specific area or equivalent. May require technical certification. Compensation This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges

• 64,668 - $86,190 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY
• 67,875 - $90,500 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
• 71,108 - $94,809 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. Learn more about Lumen's Benefits: Learn more about Lumen's Bonus Structure. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lumen Inc