Data Center Fiber Technician - Install, Test & MACs On-Site

Talent Finest; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Finest in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Data Center Fiber Technician to install, terminate, splice and test fiber cabling in the data center, while assisting with network hardware deployments.

The role demands hands-on fiber experience, familiarity with single- and multi-mode fiber, and the ability to read cabling diagrams and maintain accurate installation records. This is an on-site, full-time role requiring adherence to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fiber Technician within a data center, telecommunications, or critical infrastructure environment.
• Hands-on experience with fiber installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with single-mode and multi-mode fiber cabling.
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and best practices.
• Familiarity with data center environments and operational procedures.
• Experience interpreting cabling diagrams, floor plans, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, splice, and test fiber optic cabling within the data center environment.
• Assist with the installation, racking, and cabling of network hardware (routers, switches, access points, etc.).
• Perform rack-and-stack activities and support network infrastructure deployments.
• Conduct fiber patching, cable routing, labeling, and cable management activities.
• Test and certify fiber links using OTDRs, light source/power meters, and other testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues and diagnose faults within fiber networks.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, test results, and network documentation.
• Support Moves, Adds, and Changes (MACs) activities across the data center.
• Work closely with network engineers, implementation managers, and third-party vendors.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with health and safety standards and site procedures.
• Assist with data center migrations and projects as required.

Skills

Fiber installation

Fiber testing

Troubleshooting

Cable management

Documentation

Communication skills

Independence

Tools

OTDR equipment

Test equipment (light source, power meter)

Structured cabling standards

Job description

Talent Finest in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Data Center Fiber Technician to install, terminate, splice and test fiber cabling in the data center, while assisting with network hardware deployments.

The role demands hands-on fiber experience, familiarity with single- and multi-mode fiber, and the ability to read cabling diagrams and maintain accurate installation records. This is an on-site, full-time role requiring adherence to health and safety standards.