Data Center Fiber Splice Technician – Hyperscale Deployments

Centerline; Imperial (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerline seeks an experienced Data Center Fiber Splice Technician to install, test, commission, and maintain critical fiber infrastructure across data centers. You will splice, test, and troubleshoot both single-mode and multi-mode fiber, work with FDFs and MPO/MTP systems, and prepare precise documentation for project deliverables.

The role requires 2+ years of fiber splicing experience, proficiency with OTDRs and fiber testing equipment, and the ability to read construction drawings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Fiber Optic Splice Technician.
• Experience with fusion splicing and ribbon splicing.
• Experience with fiber testing and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read construction drawings and fiber schematics.
• Experience using OTDRs, power meters, light sources, iOLM platforms, and fiber certification equipment.
• Ability to pass required background checks and drug screenings.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform single-fiber, ribbon, and mass fusion splicing of single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic cables in data center environments.
• Install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic infrastructure supporting hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation data centers.
• Work with fiber distribution frames (FDFs), patch panels, MPO/MTP systems, and structured cabling infrastructure.
• Perform advanced fiber testing and troubleshooting using OTDR, OLTS, iOLM, power meters, and fiber characterization equipment.
• Interpret fiber routing diagrams, rack elevations, splice schematics, and construction drawings.
• Prepare accurate as-built documentation, test results, labeling, and project deliverables.
• Support commissioning, turn-up, migration, and maintenance activities for active network environments.
• Identify and resolve fiber-related issues while maintaining service continuity in mission-critical facilities.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, customers, and commissioning teams to ensure successful project completion.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on fiber splicing techniques, testing procedures, and industry best practices.
• Maintain compliance with customer standards, quality requirements, and company safety programs.
• Participate in scheduled maintenance windows, including occasional night, weekend, and holiday work when required.

Skills

Fiber splicing

OTDR testing

Ribbon/splice

Reading drawings

Documentation

Single/multi-mode fiber knowledge

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Customer focus

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

OTDRs

Power meters

Light sources

iOLM platforms

Fiber certification equipment

Job description

Centerline seeks an experienced Data Center Fiber Splice Technician to install, test, commission, and maintain critical fiber infrastructure across data centers. You will splice, test, and troubleshoot both single-mode and multi-mode fiber, work with FDFs and MPO/MTP systems, and prepare precise documentation for project deliverables.

The role requires 2+ years of fiber splicing experience, proficiency with OTDRs and fiber testing equipment, and the ability to read construction drawings.