Field Telecommunications Technician – Site Exit

Field Telecommunications Technician – Site Exit

Founded in 2005, TXO is a global partner across the entire technology lifecycle. We help organizations optimize, deploy, manage, and responsibly retire technology - reducing costs, minimizing waste, and maximizing value. TXO operates globally with key hubs in the UK, US, Sweden, France, Germany, Australia, Japan, and Brazil. Backed by Tower Brook Delta, we are accelerating the transition to a smarter, more sustainable network ecosystem.

The Field Telecommunications Technician – Site Exit is part of the Networks & Engineering team, working under the direction of a Project Manager and Technical Lead.

This role focuses on the decommissioning, grooming, and removal of telecommunications infrastructure across central offices and remote sites. You will work hands‑on with fiber, copper, and coaxial systems, ensuring safe, efficient site exits while meeting contractual, technical, and safety requirements.

The role suits a self‑motivated technician who can work independently in the field, communicate professionally with stakeholders, and deliver high‑quality technical outcomes.

• Conduct site surveys and equipment audits
• Perform network circuit grooming and confirm traffic is successfully migrated
• Access and operate equipment via CLI on management ports
• Decommission telecom sites and infrastructure within approved maintenance windows
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Safely remove fiber, copper, coaxial cabling, and associated hardware
• Tag and secure disconnected cabling back to cable trays
• Coordinate disconnections with Network Operations to avoid service disruption
• Perform correct shutdown procedures prior to equipment removal
• Test and verify fiber connections using OTDRs and power meters

• Produce detailed audits of removed equipment and materials
• Tag, track, and prepare reusable assets for warehouse return or redistribution
• Photograph sites before, during, and after decommissioning
• Complete work orders and site exit reports accurately and on time

• Arrange site access with landlords, building managers, and property owners
• Schedule work to minimize disruption to co‑located tenants
• Provide regular status updates to project coordinators and management
• Escalate safety concerns, access issues, or unexpected conditions promptly
• Communicate professionally with customers and site stakeholders
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a professional on‑site presence

• Understanding of electrical systems and safe disconnection procedures
• Ability to read site drawings and technical documentation
• Experience with fiber, copper, and coaxial cabling systems
• Proficiency with test equipment (OTDR, power meter, multimeter, cable certifier)
• Basic networking knowledge (TDM, DWDM, SONET, Ethernet, IP addressing, routing)
• Familiarity with telecom standards and protocols
• Competent with basic computer tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent problem‑solving and critical thinking skills
• Professional communication and customer service approach
• Reliable, punctual, and safety‑conscious work ethic
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Adaptable, team‑oriented, and positive attitude

• Lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs
• Bend, kneel, squat, crawl, and work in confined or awkward spaces
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Perform overhead work for sustained durations

• Full‑time role with variable hours based on project needs
• Overtime, weekends, and holiday work may be required
• Regular travel, including overnight stays for multi‑day projects

• 5+ years of telecommunications field experience
• Exposure to multiple technologies (fiber, copper, DWDM, SONET, routers, switches, DACS)
• Background in asset recovery and inventory management

• Opportunity to transition into a permanent role with company benefits

Mid‑Senior level

Contract

Telecommunications