Lead Telecom Technician (Central Office Decommissioning)
Nationwide Travel Required
Broadstaff is seeking experienced Lead Telecom Technicians to support large-scale Central Office (CO) decommissioning projects across the United States.
This is an excellent opportunity for telecom professionals with extensive Central Office experience, advanced DC power knowledge, and proven leadership abilities. The ideal candidate will have experience working in live network environments and leading crews through equipment power-down, cable mining, and infrastructure removal activities while maintaining the highest safety standards.
What You'll Do
Lead telecom technicians on Central Office decommissioning projects
Execute and manage approved Methods of Procedure (MOPs)
Coordinate with project management, engineering teams, and network operations personnel
Lead safe power-down activities in live -48V DC environments
Identify and verify A/B feeds, power paths, and battery plant sources
Oversee removal of DC power cabling, BDFBs, PDUs, and related infrastructure
Supervise equipment removal, including bays, cabinets, relay racks, and legacy telecom systems
Lead cable mining efforts involving fiber, copper, and coaxial cabling
Conduct job-site safety meetings and ensure compliance with all safety procedures
Maintain accurate project documentation and redline drawings
Mentor and support junior technicians in the field
Required Qualifications
5+ years of Central Office telecommunications experience
Strong experience working in live -48V DC power environments
Previous experience leading telecom installation or decommissioning crews
Ability to execute MOPs in live network environments
Working knowledge of grounding and bonding standards
Experience with cable mining and equipment removal projects
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and power schematics
Valid driver's license
Ability to travel extensively nationwide
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Nortel, Lucent, Alcatel, Ericsson, Cisco, or Ciena equipment
Carrier experience supporting major telecom providers
OSHA 30 certification
First Aid/CPR certification
Previous experience serving as a site lead, foreman, or crew supervisor
What We're Looking For
Strong leadership and communication skills
Safety-first mindset
Ability to make sound decisions in live network environments
Detail-oriented and documentation focused
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Ability to climb ladders and work overhead
Extended standing, walking, and physical activity
Ability to work in Central Offices, data centers, and telecom facilities
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive hourly pay
Overtime opportunities
Travel assignments available nationwide
Per diem available where applicable
Long-term project opportunities
Career advancement potential
Apply today to join Broadstaff's team of telecom professionals supporting critical network infrastructure projects across the country.
Numbers & Facts
Location
FL
Skills
CPR Certificationunmatched
Cisco Network Systemsunmatched
Coaxial Cableunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Engineering Drawingunmatched
First Aidunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Lucent Network Systemsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Mining Equipment and Machineryunmatched
Network Administration/Managementunmatched
Network Operations Centerunmatched
Network Supportunmatched
Nortel Network Systemsunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Power Engineeringunmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Safety Processunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Schematicsunmatched
Telecommunicationsunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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