Data Center Fiber Optic Technician

Instrata; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Instrata is seeking experienced Fiber Optic Technicians to support fiber installation, testing, troubleshooting, and remediation within active data center environments. You will work with field leadership, QA/QC, engineering, and testing teams to ensure fiber installations meet project specs and customer requirements.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of fiber optic experience, familiarity with single-mode and multimode systems, and hands-on experience with OLTS/OTDR testing, fusion splicing, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of fiber optic experience preferred.
• Data center exposure preferred.
• Fluke and VIAVI certifications encouraged.
• Experience with MPO/MTP and LC fiber systems.
• Ability to read construction drawings and cable schedules.
• Experience with high-density fiber infrastructure.
• Commitment to safety and site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install, route, dress, and secure fiber optic cabling in data centers.
• Perform OLTS and OTDR testing with Fluke/VIAVI.
• Troubleshoot high-loss conditions and dirty connectors.
• Perform fusion splicing when required.
• Maintain bend radius and labeling on cables.
• Read cable schedules and rack elevations.
• Document testing progress and remediation.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and field leadership.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Follow site safety requirements.

Skills

Fiber installation

Testing/Troubleshooting

Data center

OLTS/OTDR

Fusion splicing

Cable management

Reading drawings

Documentation

Safety oriented

Team collaboration

Tools

Fluke test equipment

VIAVI test equipment

Fiber cleaners

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking experienced Fiber Optic Technicians to support fiber installation, testing, troubleshooting, and remediation within active data center environments. This position requires strong attention to detail and an understanding of high-density fiber infrastructure. Technicians will work alongside field leadership, QA/QC, engineering, and testing teams to ensure all fiber installations meet project specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, route, dress, and secure fiber optic cabling in data center environments.
• Work with single-mode and multimode fiber.
• Install and work with LC, MPO/MTP, patch panels, cassettes, LIUs, and fiber enclosures.
• Perform fiber inspection and cleaning prior to testing and patching.
• Perform OLTS and OTDR testing using Fluke and/or VIAVI equipment.
• Troubleshoot failed fiber links, high-loss conditions, polarity issues, dirty connectors, damaged fiber, and other deficiencies.
• Perform fiber remediation and retesting as required.
• Perform fusion splicing when required.
• Maintain proper bend radius, cable management, routing, and labeling.
• Verify cable IDs, source/destination information, port assignments, and labeling against project documentation.
• Read and interpret cable schedules, rack elevations, one-line drawings, floor plans, and construction prints.
• Accurately document testing progress, failures, remediation, and completed work.
• Work with QA/QC and field leadership to ensure installations meet project and customer requirements.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Follow all site-specific safety requirements and procedures.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Previous fiber optic installation and/or testing experience.
• Data center or mission-critical experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with MPO/MTP and LC fiber systems.
• Knowledge of OLTS and OTDR testing.
• Experience using Fluke and/or VIAVI fiber test equipment.
• Understanding of fiber polarity, insertion loss, connector inspection, and cleaning procedures.
• Fusion splicing experience is a plus.
• Ability to read construction drawings and cable schedules.
• Experience working with high-density fiber infrastructure.
• Fluke, VIAVI, BICSI, FOA, Corning, CommScope, Panduit, AFL, or similar certifications are a plus.
• OSHA, lift/MEWP, and applicable site safety certifications are preferred.

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for technicians who are dependable, quality-focused, and able to work efficiently without sacrificing workmanship. Candidates should understand that fiber testing in a data center environment requires accuracy. Proper labeling, polarity, cleanliness, documentation, and test results are critical. Technicians must be comfortable troubleshooting their own work and correcting deficiencies when a link does not meet testing requirements.

Education and Experience:

• 2+ years of fiber optic experience preferred.
• Data center fiber installation and testing experience is highly preferred.
• Fluke and VIAVI-certified technicians are strongly encouraged to apply.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Work in active construction and data center environments.
• Climb ladders and use aerial lifts when required.
• Carry tools, testing equipment, and fiber materials.
• Work overtime, weekends, nights, or adjusted schedules when project needs require it.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned as the scope of the position may change as necessitated by business demands.