Data Center Fiber Technician: OTDR Testing & Cabling

EOS IT Solutions; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

EOS IT Solutions in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced Fiber Technician for data center environments. You will install, terminate, splice and test fiber cabling, rack and cable network hardware, and support Moves, Adds and Changes (MACs) across data centers.

The role requires hands-on fiber installation, testing with OTDRs and light meters, documentation of results, adherence to safety procedures, and collaboration with network engineers and vendors.

Qualifications

• Fiber splicing and termination required.
• Experience with OTDRs and fiber testing.
• Knowledge of data center cabling standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, splice, and test fiber optic cabling within the data center environment.
• Assist with 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 environments.
• 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 & safety standards and site procedures.
• Assist with data center migrations and projects as required.

Skills

Fiber splicing & termination

OTDR testing

Cable management

Fault finding & troubleshooting

Data center operations

Documentation & reporting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

BICSI Certification (desirable)

CFOT or equivalent fiber optic certification

ECS/CSCS card (where applicable)

Job description

EOS IT Solutions in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced Fiber Technician for data center environments. You will install, terminate, splice and test fiber cabling, rack and cable network hardware, and support Moves, Adds and Changes (MACs) across data centers.

The role requires hands-on fiber installation, testing with OTDRs and light meters, documentation of results, adherence to safety procedures, and collaboration with network engineers and vendors.