3rd Shift Data Center Fiber Cabling Pro

MP Nexlevel; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

MP Nexlevel seeks a fiber installation technician to install and route fiber optic cabling and pathways in large data center environments in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will read drawings, maintain cable IDs, and coordinate with construction teams to meet timelines while adhering to safety protocols.

The role requires familiarity with MaxCell/innerduct, pulling equipment, and field safety; outdoor and indoor work in secure facilities is expected, with badge access and background checks as part of site

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in OSP fiber installation, preferably in a data center or telecom environment.
• Familiarity with various fiber cable types and protective pathway materials (e.g., MaxCell, innerduct).
• Ability to use fiber installation tools including pull tape, rodders, winches, and measuring equipment.
• Basic understanding of cable slack management, pulling tension, and bend radius limits.
• Comfortable working outdoors, in mechanical spaces, and inside large secure facilities.
• Valid driver's license; ability to pass background checks and site-specific training (e.g., badge access).

Responsibilities

• Install and route innerduct, conduit, microfiber, MaxCell, and fiber optic cable throughout data center campuses, vaults, and underground duct systems.
• Safely pull and secure cabling through pathways, manholes, handholes, and conduit systems using appropriate tools and methods.
• Ensure all cable installations meet company standards, industry codes, and project specifications.
• Read and interpret drawings, riser diagrams, cable routing maps, and work instructions.
• Label and document fiber pathways, cable IDs, and work completed with precision and accuracy.
• Collaborate with construction teams, splicers, and project managers to maintain work timelines.
• Follow all job site safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Assist with site readiness tasks such as rodding, proofing, duct integrity checks, and pathway clearing.
• Maintain inventory of tools and materials, reporting needs or losses promptly.
• Safety training as required by position
• Paperwork filing and maintenance as needed

Skills

Strong communication and problem-solv

Tools

Pull tape

rodders

Winches

Measuring equipment

Job description

MP Nexlevel seeks a fiber installation technician to install and route fiber optic cabling and pathways in large data center environments in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will read drawings, maintain cable IDs, and coordinate with construction teams to meet timelines while adhering to safety protocols.

The role requires familiarity with MaxCell/innerduct, pulling equipment, and field safety; outdoor and indoor work in secure facilities is expected, with badge access and background checks as part of site