[Remote] Damage Prevention Technician I - Manassas, VA

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Zayo Group is a provider of mission-critical bandwidth to impactful companies around the world. They are seeking a Damage Prevention Technician I to join their team, where the role involves learning and performing underground facility location techniques under close supervision. Responsibilities Troubleshooting network equipment, removing/replacing defective equipment, and working with appropriate resources to isolate and ultimately restore the network Identifying and mapping location and depth of utilities for fiber optic cable and underground utilities Documenting interactions, site information and utilities in organizational software Communicating with clients, engineers and management Using a variety of techniques (electrical, magnetic, GPS, blueprint analysis, and/or radar) to measure utilities Proactively identifying potential problem areas in order to ensure the integrity of the network and company Pinpointing the coordinates of lines using GPS or surveying equipment Responsible for the asset management processes and replenishment of on-site/truck materials Coordinating shipping and receiving of company and customer materials Maintaining tools, test sets, and all network equipment Maintaining network/site security, cleanliness, and follow all policies related to company property Inspecting cabinets, buried cable, construction sites, and other outdoor facilities in various environments, weather conditions, temperatures, exposed to local flora and fauna Engaging, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of vendor/contractors completing work on behalf of the company Operating in both individual and team environments, both within this team and interacting with other teams, working together to achieve common goals Other duties as assigned Skills 0 – 1 years of relevant experience in field construction tasks High school diploma or equivalent, required Proficiency using computer, cell phone, test equipment, Microsoft Windows operating system, and Office applications Operate on-call 24/7/365 on a rotating schedule, including standby, call out, dispatch, and overtime, as required by the business, including some travel, as needed Must follow all personal safety policies and procedures Must be able to maintain eligibility to operate a company issued vehicle per our policy (no more than 2 moving violations within the past 3 years); this includes possession of a state-issued driver's license for the state in which you live Must have a cell phone Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds Previous experience in site development, underground installations, utility locating, fiber optic cable builds Benefits Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave Company Overview For over 15 years, Zayo has been the driving force behind the world's most dynamic and forward-thinking enterprises, helping them pave the way to what's next. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Zayo Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 12 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 7 in 2023, 4 in 2022, 6 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.