Data Center Fiber Optic Technician

Paycom - ATS; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Fiber Optic Technician to implement, install, and maintain fiber cross connects, patch cables, and related infrastructure in a data center environment. The role requires coordinating with the senior facilities technician and documenting all work per DCS standards.

The ideal candidate has an 18+ month background in fiber optics or data center installs, with the ability to read diagrams, operate test equipment, and lift heavy components.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 18 months of related experience preferred; data center experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work in a data center environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all installation activities with the senior facilities technician.
• Install, test, and document fiber installations per procedures.
• Perform fiber testing per TIA 568-C and DCS procedures.
• Maintain tools and calibration logs; ensure proper labeling of cables.
• Provide on-call escalation for emergencies and remote data center support.
• Travel to remote data centers as required.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Equipment operation

Reading schematics

English fluency

Data center experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fiber testing equipment

Labeling tools

Job description

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Fiber Optic Technician to implement, install, and maintain fiber cross connects, patch cables, and related infrastructure in a data center environment. The role requires coordinating with the senior facilities technician and documenting all work per DCS standards.

The ideal candidate has an 18+ month background in fiber optics or data center installs, with the ability to read diagrams, operate test equipment, and lift heavy components.