Central Office Installer @ Aerotek

Job Title: Central Office InstallerJob DescriptionThe Central Office Installer installs and maintains telecommunications infrastructure, equipment, power systems, and structured cabling within central office and other critical network environments. This role requires strong hands-on expertise with traditional central office installation practices, including lacing with 9-cord (no Velcro), wire wrapping on DSX pins, and working safely with -48 VDC at fuse panels and BDFBs. The position may involve independent work or leading small crews to ensure all installations meet Telcordia, AT&T, Verizon, and customer-specific standards, while supporting daytime and occasional night work to minimize customer impact.

Responsibilities

• Install relay racks, cabinets, frames, and equipment bays in central office environments.
• Install a variety of telecommunications equipment in accordance with engineering specifications and customer standards.
• Install cable racking and overhead support systems to properly route and support cabling.
• Install seismic bracing and equipment anchoring to meet structural and safety requirements.
• Install DC power cabling for central office equipment and support systems.
• Install and integrate BDFBs (Battery Distribution Fuse Bays).
• Install BDCBBs and related DC power distribution components.
• Install rectifiers and associated DC power equipment.
• Install and connect battery systems for telecommunications power infrastructure.
• Install fuse panels and terminate DC power systems safely and correctly.
• Install fiber optic cabling, copper cabling, coaxial cable, and Ethernet cable.
• Dress, lace, stitch, and secure cable using proper 9-cord lacing techniques, ensuring neat and reliable cable management.
• Label all installed cable clearly and consistently for future maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Install inter-bay cabling and chassis-to-frame cabling to support equipment interconnections.
• Install DSX cabling and perform wire wrapping on DSX pins as required.
• Perform fusion splicing and mechanical splicing of fiber optic cables.
• Clean fiber connectors, scope fiber, and document optical readings to ensure high-quality connections.
• Verify installation quality across equipment, cabling, and power systems.
• Test batteries and power systems to confirm proper operation and capacity.
• Validate fiber performance and troubleshoot fiber-related issues as needed.
• Troubleshoot installation issues across equipment, cabling, and power infrastructure.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints to guide installations.
• Follow Method of Procedure (MOP) documents to perform work safely and consistently.
• Complete detailed installation reports and submit daily progress reports.
• Mentor less experienced installation personnel and support their development.
• Assist with quality inspections and ensure installations comply with Telcordia GR-1275, AT&T TP76300, AT&T TP76400, and Verizon IP72202 standards.
• Travel to various sites, including possible interisland day trips, to perform installations and upgrades.
• Work typical MondayFriday daytime shifts (approximately 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) and adjust to alternate hours, including nights and weekends, based on customer impact and project needs.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 6 years of central office installation experience.
• Typically at least 3 years of experience in a central office installer role.
• Strong proficiency in traditional central office practices, including lacing with 9-cord and wire wrapping on DSX pins (no Velcro).
• Hands-on experience working with -48 VDC at fuse panels, BDFBs, and other DC power systems.
• Experience installing telecommunications equipment from vendors such as Ciena, Cisco, Juniper, Calix, Coriant, Nokia, Fujitsu, and Flashwave.
• Experience working with major carriers including AT&T, Verizon, Lumen, T-Mobile, Hawaiian Telcom, and Frontier-related organizations.
• Prior experience with Hawaiian Telcom or any of the GTE/Verizon descendants (such as Frontier, AltaFiber, or Verizon-related entities).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during installation activities.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights as required by the installation site.
• Ability to work in confined spaces when installing or servicing equipment and cabling.
• Ability to work safely around energized DC power systems.
• Ability to accurately differentiate cable colors for proper terminations and troubleshooting.
• Physical ability to bend, kneel, crouch, reach, pull, and push throughout the workday.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 75% of the time, including interisland travel.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and varying shifts as required by project schedules and customer impact.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience mentoring and leading small installation crews in central office environments.
• Familiarity with Telcordia GR-1275, AT&T TP76300, AT&T TP76400, and Verizon IP72202 standards and the ability to apply them in the field.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and Method of Procedure (MOP) documents.
• Strong documentation skills, including the ability to complete installation reports and daily progress updates accurately.
• Experience with fusion and mechanical fiber splicing, fiber cleaning, scoping, and documenting optical readings.
• Ability to verify installation quality and conduct testing of batteries, power systems, and fiber performance.
• Solid troubleshooting skills for resolving installation and performance issues across equipment, cabling, and power systems.
• Comfort working in various telecommunications and critical infrastructure environments, including carrier central offices.
• Valid drivers license and reliable personal vehicle to travel to local sites, with parking reimbursable.
• Adaptability to alternate work hours and changing project priorities.

Why Work Here? This opportunity offers the chance to work on critical telecommunications infrastructure that keeps communities connected, with exposure to leading carriers and equipment vendors. You will gain diverse experience across multiple sites, including interisland travel, while working in a professional environment that values quality, safety, and adherence to industry standards. The role provides per diem support for travel days, along with lodging, board, and a vehicle for interisland assignments, helping to ensure comfort and stability while on the road.

You will have the opportunity to mentor others, build leadership skills, and work on technically challenging projects that enhance your expertise in central office installation. Work EnvironmentWork takes place at various central office and critical infrastructure sites, including interisland locations. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, approximately 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with alternate shifts, including nights and weekends, as needed to minimize customer impact. The environment involves working around energized -48 VDC power systems, equipment bays, cable racking, and overhead support structures, often requiring ladder use and work in confined spaces.

You will travel frequently, including possible interisland day trips, with per diem provided for travel days and lodging, board, and a vehicle supplied for interisland assignments. Parking is reimbursable, and you will need your own vehicle to reach local sites. The role requires adherence to standard safety practices and appropriate field attire suitable for telecommunications installation work.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Honolulu, HI.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $36.00 - $42.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Honolulu,HI.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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