Construction Laborer

Fiber Installation - Data Center

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA (QTS Data Center)

We are hiring a Fiber Installer to support large-scale data center construction projects at the QTS Data Center in Cedar Rapids, IA. This position is ideal for experienced fiber technicians who have led crews or are ready to take the next step into a leadership role.

The company offers a 90-day evaluation period for technicians transitioning into a foreman role. Candidates who successfully demonstrate foreman-level capabilities will be eligible for a pay increase following the evaluation period.

Lead and manage crews installing fiber optic cabling throughout the data center campus

Install and route fiber optic cable, innerduct, microfiber, and conduit systems

Pull cable through underground pathways, manholes, handholes, and conduit systems

Read and interpret cable maps, riser diagrams, blueprints, and work instructions

Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and project standards

Label and document completed installations accurately

Coordinate with project managers, splicers, and construction teams to meet project schedules

1-3+ years of fiber optic installation experience

Experience with:

Fiber cable pulling and routing

Innerduct and MaxCell systems

Underground and conduit installations

Ability to read construction drawings and cable maps

Knowledge of proper cable handling, pull tensions, and bend radius requirements

Valid driver's license

Data center fiber installation

OSP (Outside Plant) fiber installation

Previous construction experience

High-security data center environment

Indoor and outdoor work

Underground pathways, manholes, cable vaults, and mechanical rooms

Physically active role requiring standing, climbing, lifting, and walking throughout the day

Average of 50 hours per week with overtime opportunities

Strong focus on safety and teamwork

Opportunity to advance into a foreman position with increased compensation after a successful 90-day evaluation

Long-term data center projects

Consistent overtime available

Company-paid housing option for travelers

Work with a growing team supporting critical infrastructure projects

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.