Fiber Route Patroller

Zayo is seeking a Fiber Route Patroller to join our Field Operations team. This role is designed as a technician-first position, combining hands-on technical skill development with proactive fiber route patrol and damage prevention responsibilities. This role operates with a high degree of independence and serves as a subject matter expert in field technician, damage prevention, route patrol, and locating activities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with fiber network activities including testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and installations.

• Perform fiber testing including use of 10G–100G test sets, OTDR traces, and Layer 1–Layer 4 validation.

• Install and support fiber network components including optics, patch cords, and Network Interface Devices (NIDs).

• Support fault isolation and escalate technical issues, damages, or risks to higher-level technicians.

• Conduct regular patrols of long-haul fiber routes to identify potential risks, damage, or environmental threats.

• Perform inspections of fiber infrastructure including cabinets, handholes, and buried cable routes.

• Support utility locating activities using standard techniques (electrical, magnetic, GPS, and blueprint analysis).

• Read and interpret maps, prints, and construction drawings to understand fiber placement and risks.

• Deploy to construction sites to monitor third-party activity near fiber routes and help prevent damage.

• Assist with documenting field activities, site conditions, and utility data using company systems.

• Support damage investigations by collecting field data and documenting findings.

• Maintain network security and site integrity through routine inspections and reporting.

• Communicate effectively with technicians, engineers, contractors, and internal teams.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including OSHA guidelines and company policies.

• Operate in both independent and team environments to meet operational goals.

• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in accordance with policy.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant field or construction experience preferred.

• Basic knowledge of telecommunications, underground utilities, or fiber optic systems preferred.

• Familiarity with fiber testing equipment (e.g., OTDR, light meters, 10G–100G testers) is a plus.

• Exposure to Layer 1–Layer 4 testing concepts and network troubleshooting preferred.

• OSHA or other safety certifications preferred.

• Ability to learn technical skills related to fiber installation, testing, and maintenance.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company vehicle requirements.

Estimated base pay range for this role is $23.41 - $36.00 USD / hour