Network Facilities Engineer - Lancaster, CA

Location: In Field: Lancaster, CA.

Location Status: Work will be primarily performed at a designated field worksite location based out of a central Race Communications worksite. Occasional travel to and work from other Race offices or other off-site locations may be required.

100% Company-Paid Medical and Dental Benefits

Free Fiber Internet Service

Comp: $36 to $40 per hour

5 Days/8 Hours

Who We Are:

We're more than a fiber internet provider, we're your neighbors, committed to connecting California communities since 1994. At Race, relationships matter as much as speed. We combine cutting-edge technology with a genuine, people-first approach that makes every interaction feel personal. Our team operates like family: collaborative, supportive, and dedicated to making a real difference. When you join Race, you're not just accepting a job, you're becoming part of a team that values integrity, celebrates wins together and believes that meaningful work happens when great people connect with great purpose.

Position Impact:

The Network Facilities Engineer is responsible for maintaining network infrastructure to support reliable and efficient communication services. With a focus on physical facilities and equipment, this role involves the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network components such as routers, switches, servers, and cables. The Network Facilities Engineer collaborates closely with network engineers and other stakeholders to ensure the seamless operation of telecommunications networks, troubleshoots issues, and implements solutions to optimize network performance and reliability. With a strong understanding of network technologies and infrastructure, as well as expertise in facility management practices, this role plays a crucial part in ensuring the delivery of high-quality telecommunications services to customers.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Eligibility for US Employment without sponsorship
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• A valid driver's license, subject to successful verification through a DMV check, is mandatory
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, computer science, or a related field preferred or combined education and work experience in a related field of study is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ working experience in network facilities (DC Power Plants, Generators, Air Conditioning, ATS, Fiber Cross Connects, Fiber Troubleshooting, Data Centers) required
• Proficiency in standard electrical and telecom testing tools (Volt Meter, OTDR, VFL, Optical Power Meter) required
• Demonstrated ability to lift heavy equipment/items weighing up to 80 pounds safely and effectively, ensuring adherence to proper lifting techniques and workplace safety protocols
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout Race Communications’ market areas, including travel to remote network facilities, POP locations, construction sites, and other company or off-site locations as business needs require
• The ability to effectively communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension, as necessary for effective job performance and workplace communication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Preventative Maintenance and Network Support:

• Performs and schedules preventative maintenance on network infrastructure (e.g. DC Power Plants, Generators, Air Conditioning, ATC, Active Panels, POP’s, Data Centers, Core Electronic, BDFB), or manages vendors
• Performs routine maintenance tasks, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities on network infrastructure and facilities to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and uptime

Equipment Installation and Management:

• Installs equipment in new and existing deployments of network facilities (e.g. Routers, Switches, Servers, Cameras, Racks)

On-site Incident Response:

• Promptly responds to network and facility-related incidents, outages, and service disruptions occurring within the network infrastructure or facilities, troubleshooting issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to address emergencies or unexpected events, such as equipment failures, power outages, or security breaches
• Identifies the root cause of issues, implements corrective actions to minimize downtime and service disruptions, and coordinates effectively with relevant stakeholders to resolve the issue

Collaboration and Support:

• Collaborates closely within the department, including other engineers, technicians, and administrators providing input to peers for general maintenance activities such as sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to ensure the smooth operation and routine maintenance of network infrastructure
• Aids during critical maintenance activities, such as equipment upgrades, system migrations, or emergency repairs including hands-on assistance to colleagues, troubleshooting, technical issues, and implementing necessary adjustments or repairs to minimize downtime and maintain network reliability

Infrastructure Projects:

• Carries out basic infrastructure projects aimed at expanding, upgrading, or optimizing network facilities such as project execution, task coordination, technical implementation, documentation, and compliance
• Contributes to the ongoing development, expansion, and enhancement of network infrastructure to meet the organization’s evolving business needs and objectives

Technical Tasks:

• Ensures the effective operation and maintenance of network infrastructure:
• Establishes and maintains fiber and copper cross-connects within network facilities
• Conducts OTDR Testing to analyze the quality and characteristics of optical fiber links
• Installs, manages, and maintains DC Power Cabling infrastructure

Documentation and Reporting:

• Creates and maintains comprehensive MOPs (Method of Procedure), SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and EOPs (Emergency Operating Procedures) essential to ensure traceability, streamlines troubleshooting processes and supports future maintenance activities are in alignment with established guidelines
• Documents network infrastructure configurations, facility layouts, equipment inventories, and maintenance procedures in accordance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements
• Generates reports and documentation on network and facility performance, including uptime statistics, maintenance activities, and incident resolutions

Vehicle Maintenance and Travel:

• Maintains vehicle/equipment pre-op/post-op to be prepared to perform required duties
• Maintains a clean driving record as defined by the current fleet insurance underwriter
• Spends a significant portion of the workday traveling in a vehicle visiting various locations and spending time both indoors and outdoors, including businesses and/or residents depending on the nature of the job
• Extensively travels to various project sites, data centers, and network facilities to oversees equipment installations, performs maintenance tasks, and responds to on-site incidents
• Expected to travel often, requiring overnight stays, to ensure timely completion of project tasks and support ongoing operations
• Expected travel to remote or client sites may be necessary for special projects, equipment upgrades, or customer support needs
• Expected to travel on short notice in response to emergency situations or critical maintenance requirements

Safety Protocols:

• Adheres to safety protocols and guidelines outlined in the Race employee handbook and job description to promote a safe work environment

Additional duties as required.

Benefits

Why Join Our Team:

• Join a tight-knit crew—no faceless corporation vibes here
• Growth potential: promotions and new challenges are part of our DNA
• Competitive base salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance (starting the 1st of the month following your start date), PTO (vacation, sick), 11 paid holidays, paid birthdays, 401k matching (4%)
• Free fiber internet service for all employees living in our service area
• A culture built on integrity, mutual respect, and a shared purpose

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