Senior Fiber Technician (Data Center Environment)
Unicon International
Senior/Lead Fiber Technician
UNICON is seeking a Senior / Lead Fiber Technician to support a large-scale data center infrastructure project in New Albany, Ohio. This role will focus on overseeing fiber installation, splicing, and testing activities within a high-availability data center environment.
The Lead Technician will play a key role in ensuring fiber connections are properly installed, fused, and tested across fiber distribution panels. This individual will also assist with troubleshooting connectivity issues, verifying signal integrity, and guiding technicians to ensure installations meet project and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Perform advanced fusion splicing and termination of high-count fiber optic cables
Install and manage fiber connections within fiber distribution panels and patch panels
Conduct fiber testing using OTDR, light source, and power meter equipment
Verify active fiber circuits and confirm proper signal connectivity ("hot")
Troubleshoot fiber connectivity issues within panels, racks, and fiber distribution systems
Review fiber schematics, splice diagrams, and installation documentation
Ensure accurate documentation of splice logs, test results, and installation records
Provide guidance and technical direction to junior technicians when needed
Ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with project standards
Work Environment
Inside plant work within a large data center environment
Work performed within server aisles and network rack rows
Environment may be loud due to cooling systems and operational equipment
Work may include extended shifts and overtime depending on project needs
Required Qualifications
5+ years of fiber optic installation, splicing, or telecommunications infrastructure experience
Strong experience with fusion splicing and fiber testing tools
Experience working with fiber patch panels, distribution frames, or cross-connect systems
Ability to read fiber schematics and installation drawings
Experience troubleshooting fiber connectivity issues
Preferred Qualifications
Data center or hyperscale infrastructure experience
Experience supporting large telecommunications or network infrastructure deployments
Industry certifications such as FOA, ETA, or BICSI
Experience working in structured cabling environments
About UNICON
UNICON is a workforce solutions partner supporting Fortune 500 companies across IT, engineering, and infrastructure services. With more than 35 years of experience, UNICON specializes in delivering high-quality talent to support complex technical environments and mission-critical projects.
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