Data Center Optical Engineer - Hands-On Technician

Wiverse; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm in Schaumburg, Illinois, is seeking a Data Center Optical Engineering Technician. The role involves ensuring seamless operations in data centers and providing excellent technical support. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years' experience in data center operations along with strong technical skills in cabling and optical testing. This is a mid-senior level contract position requiring US citizenship and involves shift work, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience working as a technician in data center operations.
• Experience in customer interaction and team leadership preferred.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the operation of data center facilities and provide technical support.
• Handle hardware replacement and maintain equipment effectively.
• Perform documentation and maintain standards in network installation.

Skills

Cabling and troubleshooting Ethernet and fiber cables

Optical testing and troubleshooting

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational and administrative skills

Tools

Optical power meter

Stabilized light source

OTDR

VFL

Job description

A leading telecommunications firm in Schaumburg, Illinois, is seeking a Data Center Optical Engineering Technician. The role involves ensuring seamless operations in data centers and providing excellent technical support. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years' experience in data center operations along with strong technical skills in cabling and optical testing. This is a mid-senior level contract position requiring US citizenship and involves shift work, including nights and weekends.