Field Technician L2: Data Center Cabling & Fiber Expert

Network Connex Company; Lockbourne (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Connex Company is seeking a Field Technician (L2) to perform installation and cabling in live data centers, adhering to strict safety and quality standards. You will work independently with limited supervision, supporting QA/QC processes and mentoring junior technicians.

The role may require travel to regional sites and overtime based on project needs; a valid driver’s license and relevant fiber/cabling certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or associate’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of documented industry experience in data center, structured cabling, or field service environments.
• Certification on OTDR/OLTS testing and fiber splicing recommended.
• Experience in live data centers and enterprise environments.
• Possession of relevant certifications (e.g., BICSI, CompTIA A+/Network+, CCNA) is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Execute installation and cabling services per contracts, adhering to technical, safety, QA, and QC standards.
• Perform routing, terminating, labeling, and testing copper and fiber optic cabling with minimal supervision.
• Establish scope and work plans with guidance from senior technicians.
• Carry out rack and stack, patch panel installations, and structured cabling.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex fiber/copper failures across multi-domain systems.
• Diagnose hardware failures and support break/fix activities without escalation.
• Read cable maps, schematics, and floor layouts to support installs and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate documentation, asset tracking, and service reports.

Skills

Fiber troubleshooting

PON deployments

OTDR/OLTS testing

Fiber splicing

Structured cabling

Cabling standards Cat5e/Cat6

Server hardware knowledge

Networking basics

Independent work

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training or associate’s degree preferred

Tools

OTDR

OLTS

Fiber splicing equipment

Job description

Network Connex Company is seeking a Field Technician (L2) to perform installation and cabling in live data centers, adhering to strict safety and quality standards. You will work independently with limited supervision, supporting QA/QC processes and mentoring junior technicians.

The role may require travel to regional sites and overtime based on project needs; a valid driver’s license and relevant fiber/cabling certifications are preferred.