Datacenter Field Operations Technician

Role:Datacenter Field Operations Technician (candidate should be ready to work in shifts)

Location: Albany, OH (Onsite) || Montgomery, AL (Onsite) || Huntsville, AL (Onsite)

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Coverage

24×7 across three 8-hour shifts. Assignment may include any of: Day

(07:00–15:00 ET) · Swing (15:00–23:00 ET) · Graveyard (23:00–07:00 ET).

Pattern

5 days on / 2 days off; 40 hrs / week.

About the Role

We are hiring Datacenter Field Operations Technicians to supporta global hyperscaler at a majorUS data-center campus in New Albany, Ohio. This is a hands-on troubleshooting and break-fix role — diagnosing and repairing physical-layer network issues, executing preventive and corrective maintenance, and partnering closely with

provisioning crewsto keep AI-infrastructure builds and operations on track. You will be part of a 24×7 on-site team working shoulder-to-shoulder with engineering, facility, and supply-chain partners.

Coverage Model:

• Shift-based

◦ Rotating shifts (Days/Nights) with on-call requirements

◦ Extended shift capability during surge/ramp periods

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills

Skill Area

Requirement

Structured Cabling

Expert-level copper and fiber optic cable installation (Cat6A,OM4, OS2, MPO/MTP)

Fiber Optics

Splicing, termination, OTDR testing, cleaning, connector inspection (microscope)

Rack & Stack

Data center rackinstallation, cable management, labeling standards

Hardware Handling

Network switch/router installation, line cardinsertion, optics installation (ESD compliance)

Testing Tools

OTDR, opticalpower meter, VFL, loopback adapters, cable certifiers

Physical Layer Troubleshooting

Identify andresolve connectivity issuesat Layer 1 (light levels, fiber breaks, bad connectors)

Ticketing Systems

Ability to use workflow management tools forticket tracking and closure

Liquid Cooling Systems

Familiarity with AALC rack systems, hose connections, valve operations (preferred)

Experience

• 5–12 years of experience in data center cabling, network hardware installation, or telecommunications

• Hands-on experience with fiber optic installation and testing in enterprise/hyperscale environments

• Experience with large-scale rack deployment projects (50+ racks)

• Familiarity with data center environments (hot/cold aisle, raised floor, overhead cable tray)

• Experience working with liquid-cooled rack systems (AALC) preferred

• Experience with barcode scanning and asset management workflows preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• BICSI certification (Installer, Technician) or equivalent

• OSHA 10/30 certification

• Experience in hyperscale data-center environments — multi-tenant or campus-scale

• Familiarity with DCIM and ticketing tools used for asset, fault, and maintenance tracking

• Background in either telecom carrier ops or large enterprise network repair

Compensation

Shift differentials apply for Swingand Graveyard shiftsper company policy.

On-call

Field Opstechnicians may be asked to support emergency response outside scheduled hours on a rotating basis.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly

• Comfortable working at height (personnel lifts, ladders) and in confinedspaces, hot aisles,and active electrical environments with appropriate PPE

• Ability to work in warm environments (data halls, 75–85°F)

• Standing/walking for 10–12 hour shifts

• Fine motor skills for connector cleaning and optics handling

• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods

Soft Skills

• Attention to detail (cable routing, labeling, connector cleanliness)

• Ability to work in team-based shift environment

• Self-motivated — able to manage workload from ticket queue independently

• Safety-first mindset

• Clear communication for shift handoff/passdown

Core Responsibilities

1. Rack Activity Services

• Execute rack turn-up activities: rack receiving, unpacking, rack/stack, cabling, energization

• Perform network cable installation for compute racks including:

◦ Front-end (FE) cabling to fabric switches

◦ Back-end (BE) cabling to spine/aggregation switcheMTs

◦ Goalpost cable routing and dressing

• Execute rack turn-down and decommissioning

• Support rack redeployment and relocation activities

• Process pre-integrated rack receiving, inspection, and final connectivity

• Use Ticketing Platform for workflow management and ticket closure via Action Mode

• Support Air Assisted Liquid Cooling rack network cabling

2. Circuit QA/QC & Testing

• Perform loopback testing on all network circuits post-installation

• Execute fiber continuity testing (OTDR, power meter, VFL)

• Conduct PON (Passive Optical Network) passive testing and validation

• Perform cable cleaning using fiber optic cleaning procedures (IBC cleaner, cassette cleaners)

• Identify and document circuit failures for remediation

• Support mid-box (testing solution) deployment and validation

• Conduct as-built documentation audits and equipment placement verification

3. Break / Fix & Repair

• Diagnose and repair failed network circuits (copper and fiber)

• Replace faulty network hardware (switches, linecards, optics, cables) per MOP

• Execute transceiver/pluggable optics replacement following ESD procedures

• Troubleshoot physical layer issues: light levels, connector issues, cable damage

• Coordinate RMA processes for defective hardware

• Perform hot-swap procedures on production equipment per priority level SLAs:

◦ P0: Critical (immediate response)

◦ P1–P3: High to Medium (within SLA timer)

◦ P4–P7: Standard (business hours)

4. Operations & Maintenance

• Perform Inside Plant Preventative Maintenance (ISPM) per schedule

• Conduct fiber cleaning campaigns in data halls

• Support goalpost cable dressing and redressing activities

• Execute power QA support (tap box operations) during new builds

• Provide third-party vendor oversight and escorting

• Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace cleanliness per EHS standards

5. Safety & Compliance

• Follow Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures for all energized work

• Wear appropriate PPE (ESD wrist straps, safety glasses, hard hat in construction areas)

• Use personnel lifts safely (daily inspections, harness requirements)

• Report safety concerns and near-misses immediately

• Maintain ESD compliance during all optics/hardware handling

6. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with Provisioning Technicians on rack turn-up and fault closure

• Interface with Facility Operations, Regional / Site PMs, and supply-chain teams

• Document maintenance activity, fault diagnosis, and resolution in tracking systems