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Field Engineer roles in infrastructure, telecommunications, and energy systems qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree aligns with an approved CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins. STEM degrees in electrical, civil, mechanical, or computer engineering typically satisfy eligibility requirements.
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Acuative is seeking a dependable and technically capable hands-on Field Service Technician to provide installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and Smart Hands support for network and technology infrastructure at customer locations. Technicians work with a wide variety of network, communications, computing, and low-voltage infrastructure and frequently coordinate with remote Network Operations Centers (NOCs), engineers, project coordinators, and customer technical teams to complete installations and resolve service issues.
This is a full time benefits eligible position that includes a company vehicle, gas card for vehicle, inventory, and training. Prior field service, IT, networking, telecommunications, or structured cabling experience is preferred. However, candidates with a strong technical background, mechanical aptitude, and a demonstrated willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Acuative provides paid training and technical support for the work our technicians perform.
Technicians serve as the Onsite Smart Hands resource, performing physical installation, cabling, testing, troubleshooting, equipment replacement, and other hands-on tasks while working with remote technical resources when configuration or advanced troubleshooting is required. This position requires a person willing to go to new places. Tickets can be assigned four or more hours away to provide installation and maintenance services to voice and data networks, servers, computer systems, retail technology systems, and other network-based hardware.
Acuative technicians are guaranteed forty (40) hours of pay per week even if not dispatched for forty hours.
To be eligible for this role you must have a clear driver’s license (no more than 4 points), have the Covid-19 vaccination, and willing to work mostly M-F with opportunity for overtime and call out pay after hours and weekends. This position often works alone, and qualified applicants must be able to lift up to fifty pounds above head and climb a ladder.
Acuative is a drug free workplace.
Overview:
Acuative, the nation's leading independent provider of telecommunications field services, seeks a Field Service Technician. The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time covering the (MARKET) area providing installation and maintenance services to voice and data networks, servers, computer systems, retail technology systems, and other network-based hardware.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The position involves a variety of tasks including but not limited to:
- Install, replace, relocate, rack, stack, mount, and provide Smart Hands support for routers, switches, wireless access points, firewalls, cellular gateways, SD-WAN equipment, servers, circuits, telephony and other network-based hardware.
- Perform physical installation and replacement of equipment from a variety of manufacturers and technology platforms, including circuit extensions, structured cabling, fixed wireless, and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite solutions.
- Perform equipment cutovers and migrations while working with remote engineers, NOCs, project teams, and customer technical resources.
- Locate, identify, label, and document telecommunications circuits, circuit IDs, demarcation points, network equipment, ports, cabling, and associated infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot copper cabling and connectivity using appropriate test equipment, including cable testers, toner/probe sets, and related tools. Perform circuit extensions and other low-voltage cabling work as required.
- Conduct site surveys and site audits to document existing infrastructure, equipment, cabling, power availability, installation requirements, and other site conditions.
- Install LEO satellite and fixed wireless equipment, including exterior mounting, antenna installation, cable routing from exterior to interior locations, and associated indoor network equipment. Installation of Fixed Wireless Antennas, cables and hardware.
- Carry and position tools, networking equipment, mounting hardware, ladders, satellite installation components, ballast/cinder blocks, and other materials required for field installations.
- Complete all required job deliverables accurately and on time. Deliverables may include photographs, ticket notes, equipment and serial-number information, Microsoft Excel survey forms, sign-off documents, installation checklists, test results, and customer-specific electronic forms or applications.
- Maintain assigned company vehicle, inventory, tools, test equipment, and safety equipment according to departmental standards.
- Ability to work off a lift or ladder at heights up to 30 feet or more.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of networking hardware and topologies.
- Previous experience in IT field services, telecommunications, networking, structured cabling, computer hardware, electronics, or a related technical field.
- Ability to identify and work with routers, switches, wireless access points, firewalls, cellular gateways, modems, servers, telecommunications circuits, and related hardware.
- Basic understanding of telecommunications circuits, demarcation points, circuit extensions, and connectivity troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of computing systems hardware with the ability to provide break/fix support for desktop PC and/or servers.
- Physical installations of a wide variety of hardware including routers, switches, WAPs, servers, POS systems, digital signage systems, and associated peripheral equipment.
- Ability to provide configuration support for a variety of technology platforms through console and remote applications.
- Understanding of telephony systems (VOIP, PBX, Key Systems) with an ability to provide hands-on hardware and troubleshooting support.
- Experience with LEC circuit identification and extensions.
- Familiarity with cabling standards and the ability to pull and terminate cabling in a variety of customer environments.
- Ability to operate basic power tools – drills, saws, etc.
- Work on ladders and lifts where required.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel & Word).
- Ability to follow detailed job documents.
- Must be willing to travel as needed to meet customer SLAs.
- On-call, after hours, and weekend work may be required.
- Must possess a valid drivers’ license with good driving record.
- Experience installing LEO Satellite (such as Starlink) and/or Fixed Wireless antennas.
- Ability to work off a lift or ladder at heights up to 30 feet or more.
Education & Certifications:
- Associate’s degree in information technology or equivalent experience.
- CompTIA networking, Cisco, Cabling, BICSII, Satellite, PBX or VoIP system certifications a plus!
- Selected candidates will be required to attend a hardware and cabling training course at our Global Technology Center in Strongsville, OH.
The Ideal Candidate:
The ideal Field Service Technician is someone we can depend on.
You do not need to know every piece of equipment you will encounter on day one. Technology, customers, and project requirements continually change, and training and remote technical support are available. What matters is having a solid technical foundation, the ability and desire to learn, good judgment, and the willingness to work through unfamiliar problems.
Our strongest technicians are comfortable working independently, traveling wherever the work requires, communicating professionally with everyone they encounter, and taking ownership of their assignments. They understand when to troubleshoot independently, when to engage remote technical resources, and when a customer Scope of Work requires approval before making a change.
If you enjoy hands-on technology, solving problems in the field, learning new systems, and working in an environment where no two assignments are exactly the same, this position may be a strong fit.
Field Service Technician - Network & Technology Services:
Acuative is seeking a dependable and technically capable hands-on Field Service Technician to provide installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and Smart Hands support for network and technology infrastructure at customer locations. Technicians work with a wide variety of network, communications, computing, and low-voltage infrastructure and frequently coordinate with remote Network Operations Centers (NOCs), engineers, project coordinators, and customer technical teams to complete installations and resolve service issues.
This is a full time benefits eligible position that includes a company vehicle, gas card for vehicle, inventory, and training. Prior field service, IT, networking, telecommunications, or structured cabling experience is preferred. However, candidates with a strong technical background, mechanical aptitude, and a demonstrated willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Acuative provides paid training and technical support for the work our technicians perform.
Technicians serve as the Onsite Smart Hands resource, performing physical installation, cabling, testing, troubleshooting, equipment replacement, and other hands-on tasks while working with remote technical resources when configuration or advanced troubleshooting is required. This position requires a person willing to go to new places. Tickets can be assigned four or more hours away to provide installation and maintenance services to voice and data networks, servers, computer systems, retail technology systems, and other network-based hardware.
Acuative technicians are guaranteed forty (40) hours of pay per week even if not dispatched for forty hours.
To be eligible for this role you must have a clear driver’s license (no more than 4 points), have the Covid-19 vaccination, and willing to work mostly M-F with opportunity for overtime and call out pay after hours and weekends. This position often works alone, and qualified applicants must be able to lift up to fifty pounds above head and climb a ladder.
Acuative is a drug free workplace.
Overview:
Acuative, the nation's leading independent provider of telecommunications field services, seeks a Field Service Technician. The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time covering the (MARKET) area providing installation and maintenance services to voice and data networks, servers, computer systems, retail technology systems, and other network-based hardware.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The position involves a variety of tasks including but not limited to:
- Install, replace, relocate, rack, stack, mount, and provide Smart Hands support for routers, switches, wireless access points, firewalls, cellular gateways, SD-WAN equipment, servers, circuits, telephony and other network-based hardware.
- Perform physical installation and replacement of equipment from a variety of manufacturers and technology platforms, including circuit extensions, structured cabling, fixed wireless, and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite solutions.
- Perform equipment cutovers and migrations while working with remote engineers, NOCs, project teams, and customer technical resources.
- Locate, identify, label, and document telecommunications circuits, circuit IDs, demarcation points, network equipment, ports, cabling, and associated infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot copper cabling and connectivity using appropriate test equipment, including cable testers, toner/probe sets, and related tools. Perform circuit extensions and other low-voltage cabling work as required.
- Conduct site surveys and site audits to document existing infrastructure, equipment, cabling, power availability, installation requirements, and other site conditions.
- Install LEO satellite and fixed wireless equipment, including exterior mounting, antenna installation, cable routing from exterior to interior locations, and associated indoor network equipment. Installation of Fixed Wireless Antennas, cables and hardware.
- Carry and position tools, networking equipment, mounting hardware, ladders, satellite installation components, ballast/cinder blocks, and other materials required for field installations.
- Complete all required job deliverables accurately and on time. Deliverables may include photographs, ticket notes, equipment and serial-number information, Microsoft Excel survey forms, sign-off documents, installation checklists, test results, and customer-specific electronic forms or applications.
- Maintain assigned company vehicle, inventory, tools, test equipment, and safety equipment according to departmental standards.
- Ability to work off a lift or ladder at heights up to 30 feet or more.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of networking hardware and topologies.
- Previous experience in IT field services, telecommunications, networking, structured cabling, computer hardware, electronics, or a related technical field.
- Ability to identify and work with routers, switches, wireless access points, firewalls, cellular gateways, modems, servers, telecommunications circuits, and related hardware.
- Basic understanding of telecommunications circuits, demarcation points, circuit extensions, and connectivity troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of computing systems hardware with the ability to provide break/fix support for desktop PC and/or servers.
- Physical installations of a wide variety of hardware including routers, switches, WAPs, servers, POS systems, digital signage systems, and associated peripheral equipment.
- Ability to provide configuration support for a variety of technology platforms through console and remote applications.
- Understanding of telephony systems (VOIP, PBX, Key Systems) with an ability to provide hands-on hardware and troubleshooting support.
- Experience with LEC circuit identification and extensions.
- Familiarity with cabling standards and the ability to pull and terminate cabling in a variety of customer environments.
- Ability to operate basic power tools – drills, saws, etc.
- Work on ladders and lifts where required.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel & Word).
- Ability to follow detailed job documents.
- Must be willing to travel as needed to meet customer SLAs.
- On-call, after hours, and weekend work may be required.
- Must possess a valid drivers’ license with good driving record.
- Experience installing LEO Satellite (such as Starlink) and/or Fixed Wireless antennas.
- Ability to work off a lift or ladder at heights up to 30 feet or more.
Education & Certifications:
- Associate’s degree in information technology or equivalent experience.
- CompTIA networking, Cisco, Cabling, BICSII, Satellite, PBX or VoIP system certifications a plus!
- Selected candidates will be required to attend a hardware and cabling training course at our Global Technology Center in Strongsville, OH.
The Ideal Candidate:
The ideal Field Service Technician is someone we can depend on.
You do not need to know every piece of equipment you will encounter on day one. Technology, customers, and project requirements continually change, and training and remote technical support are available. What matters is having a solid technical foundation, the ability and desire to learn, good judgment, and the willingness to work through unfamiliar problems.
Our strongest technicians are comfortable working independently, traveling wherever the work requires, communicating professionally with everyone they encounter, and taking ownership of their assignments. They understand when to troubleshoot independently, when to engage remote technical resources, and when a customer Scope of Work requires approval before making a change.
If you enjoy hands-on technology, solving problems in the field, learning new systems, and working in an environment where no two assignments are exactly the same, this position may be a strong fit.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Field Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your STEM degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Field Engineer roles often require electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering credentials, and a mismatched CIP code will disqualify your extension request.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter or HR contact to confirm active E-Verify enrollment before you sign anything. Employers in field operations or project contracting sometimes subcontract work, so verify that the entity on your I-983 is the E-Verify participant, not just the prime contractor.
Target employers with active field project pipelines
Field Engineer roles are project-driven, so your 24-month extension is strongest with employers running multi-year infrastructure or energy contracts. Search Migrate Mate to filter for companies with verified STEM OPT hiring history in engineering and technical field roles.
Structure your I-983 training plan around field competencies
Your I-983 must connect your STEM degree to specific field engineering tasks like site inspection, systems commissioning, or technical troubleshooting. Generic job descriptions get flagged by DSOs. List measurable learning objectives tied to your degree program's outcomes.
Understand cap-gap coverage for H-1B transition
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT expires, cap-gap rules under USCIS extend your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue field assignments uninterrupted as long as the petition is timely filed.
Use OFLC Wage Search to validate your offer
Field Engineer prevailing wages vary by geographic area and experience level. Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before your first interview so you can negotiate from an informed baseline and flag any offer that falls below the DOL wage level for your region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Field Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an approved STEM field such as electrical, civil, mechanical, or computer engineering and your CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself must also apply your STEM knowledge directly. Field positions in infrastructure, energy, telecommunications, and systems integration typically meet this requirement, but your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific degree and job description.
How do I confirm my Field Engineer employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask your HR contact to confirm E-Verify enrollment status directly, or request your company's E-Verify employer ID number. For field roles where you may be deployed to client sites through a staffing or contracting arrangement, confirm that the legal entity signing your I-983 training plan, not just the end client, holds active E-Verify enrollment. USCIS requires enrollment with the authorizing employer, not the site host.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Field Engineer position?
Your I-983 must document how your daily field engineering tasks directly relate to your STEM degree. Include specific learning objectives such as applying electrical system diagnostics, interpreting civil engineering drawings, or commissioning mechanical systems. Generic descriptions like 'perform engineering duties' are insufficient. Your supervisor signs the plan and must attest that the role provides practical training aligned with your academic program. Your DSO reviews and approves it before USCIS processes your EAD extension.
Can I work on client sites or travel for field assignments during STEM OPT?
Yes. STEM OPT does not restrict you to a single work location, but your authorized employer, meaning the E-Verify-enrolled entity on your I-983, must remain your legal employer of record throughout all field assignments. If you're deployed to a client site through a staffing arrangement, the staffing firm rather than the client must hold E-Verify enrollment and be named on your training plan. Update your DSO if your work location changes significantly.
Where can I find Field Engineer jobs that support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Field Engineer openings specifically filtered for employers who hire STEM OPT students and are enrolled in E-Verify. You can search by industry, location, and engineering discipline to find roles in infrastructure, energy, telecommunications, and related sectors. Filtering for STEM OPT compatibility at the search stage saves significant time compared to discovering E-Verify gaps late in the offer process.