Data Center Fiber Technician

Talentfinest•Cedar Rapids, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Data Center Fiber Technician installs, terminates, splices, tests, and troubleshoots fiber-optic cabling in a data center environment. The role also supports network hardware installation and cabling, rack-and-stack activities, network infrastructure deployments, and data center Moves, Adds, and Changes (MACs). The technician maintains installation records, test results, and network documentation, and works with network engineers, implementation managers, and third-party vendors. Work must follow health and safety standards and site procedures. The technician may also assist with data center migrations and other projects. The client is a global technology and logistics company that provides collaboration and business IT support services. It emphasizes customer satisfaction, service quality, and support for its partners and employees. The position is full-time and on-site in Cedar Rapids, United States, with a base salary of $57,000–$67,000 paid annually. It is described as a full-time contract, offers no equity, and does not offer visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Fiber Technician in a data center, telecommunications, or critical infrastructure environment.
Hands-on experience with fiber installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
Experience with single-mode and multi-mode fiber cabling.
Knowledge of structured cabling standards and best practices.
Familiarity with data center environments and operational procedures.
Experience interpreting cabling diagrams, floor plans, and technical documentation.
Fiber splicing and termination skills.
Knowledge of OTDR and fiber testing.
Cable management skills.
Fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of data center operations.
Documentation and reporting skills.
Attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

BICSI certification.
CFOT or equivalent fiber-optic certification.
ECS/CSCS card, where applicable.
Experience working in live production environments.
Knowledge of structured cabling systems and network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Install, terminate, splice, and test fiber-optic cabling in the data center.
Assist with installing, racking, and cabling network hardware such as routers, switches, and access points.
Perform rack-and-stack activities and support network infrastructure deployments.
Perform fiber patching, cable routing, labeling, and cable management.
Test and certify fiber links using OTDRs, light source/power meters, and other testing equipment.
Troubleshoot connectivity issues and diagnose fiber network faults.
Maintain accurate records of installations, test results, and network documentation.
Support data center Moves, Adds, and Changes (MACs).
Work with network engineers, implementation managers, and third-party vendors.
Follow health and safety standards and site procedures.
Assist with data center migrations and projects as required.