Data Center Fiber Installer

TEKsystems; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Fiber Technician for a Data Center project in Burlington, TX. This contract role is based out of Waco, TX and onsite at client facilities, focusing on fiber installations, termination, testing, and documentation to support large-scale data center builds.

The ideal candidate has hands-on fiber installation experience, knowledge of structured cabling, and the ability to work in fast-paced construction environments while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Hands-on fiber installation experience.
• Data center construction or deployment experience.
• Knowledge of structured cabling systems and industry standards.
• Ability to work in fast-paced construction environments and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic cabling systems.
• Perform fiber termination, splicing, testing, and troubleshooting using industry-standard tools.
• Install cable pathways, ladder racks, trays, and structured cabling infrastructure.
• Read and interpret blueprints, cable schedules, and network diagrams.
• Maintain accurate documentation, test results, and project records.
• Follow OSHA and site-specific safety requirements while ensuring quality workmanship.

Skills

Fiber installation

Data center construction

Structured cabling

Job description

Fiber Technician - Data Center in Burlington, TX

We are seeking a Fiber Technician in Burlington, TX with experience in fiber optic installations, structured cabling, and data center construction. This hands-on role involves installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting fiber optic cabling while supporting large-scale data center projects.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic cabling systems.
• Perform fiber termination, splicing, testing, and troubleshooting using industry-standard tools.
• Install cable pathways, ladder racks, trays, and structured cabling infrastructure.
• Read and interpret blueprints, cable schedules, and network diagrams.
• Maintain accurate documentation, test results, and project records.
• Follow OSHA and site-specific safety requirements while ensuring quality workmanship.

Requirements

• Hands-on fiber installation experience.
• Data center construction or deployment experience.
• Knowledge of structured cabling systems and industry standards.
• Ability to work in fast-paced construction environments and meet project deadlines.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated technician looking to support critical network infrastructure projects in a growing data center environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Waco, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waco,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.