Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

Work Location: Athens, OH

Contract: 6-12 Months with extension

Pay Rate: $30-$35/hr

Description:

• Fiber Optics Experience Minimum 3+ years of hands-on fiber optic cabling experience in data centers, network rooms, or similar restricted facilities
• Demonstrated experience with LC, MPO/MTP, and SC connector types
• Previous experience performing fiber circuit audits or circuit validations
• Must be able to describe scope, volume, and outcomes
• Working knowledge of DMARC environments and the technician's role within them
• Ability to distinguish between a contaminated end-face and physical fiber damage without guidance
• Cleaning & Inspection Proficiency with one-click cleaners, cassette cleaners, and reel-style cleaners
• Understanding of when to apply wet clean versus dry clean methodology
• Familiarity with proper cleaning sequences for both LC single connectors and MPO multi-fiber connectors
• Knowledge of common cleaning errors and how to avoid them
• Scoping & Testing Hands-on experience with fiber inspection scopes or video probes
• Ability to inspect MPO end-faces across all fiber positions and interpret results accurately
• Solid understanding of pass vs. fail criteria for fiber end-face inspections of ultra-low latency fiber connections
• Experience operating an optical power meter and light source
• Must be able to walk through a full light level test procedure
• Familiarity with expected power levels for multimode and single-mode circuits and ability to flag anomalies
• Working knowledge of IEC 61300-3-35 cleanliness standards is a strong plus
• Troubleshooting Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve failing circuits on the first attempt
• Ability to isolate fault location
• DMARC, patch panel, or further down the run Experience handling circuits that fail after cleaning attempts and executing next-step escalation decisions
• Comfortable working across multiple failing circuits simultaneously with clear prioritization
• Documentation & App-Based Logging Experience using mobile or web applications to log field test results in real time
• Understands what constitutes a complete and accurate test record
• Ability to operate independently when connectivity is limited or an app is temporarily unavailable
• Experience correcting logging errors in ticketing or customer portals
• Must be comfortable learning a new customer-specific application within the first week of onboarding
• Qualifications Prior experience working on hyperscale or large-scale data center build or audit programs
• Familiarity with Jira or similar ticketing platforms
• Experience with OTDR testing at 1310nm and 1550nm
• Experience working alongside general contractors or construction teams on active build sites
• Train-the-trainer experience or willingness to transition into a lead trainer role as the program scales
• Tools & Equipment Work cart with wheels for equipment transport
• Safety Requirements ESD compliance is mandatory
• Must be familiar with ESD requirements in data center and network room environments
• Full PPE compliance always required on site
• Must be able to complete and pass site orientation prior to starting work
• Prior experience working in restricted or secured facilities strongly preferred