Low Voltage Technician

Aerotek; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek seeks a Fiber Installation Technician to install and route fiber optic cable, innerduct, and conduit across a large data center campus in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role involves reading maps and diagrams, adhering to safety standards, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments.

You will collaborate with installers, splicers, and construction crews, handle cable pulling tools, and maintain accurate documentation while meeting tight project timelines in a high-security setting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of fiber installation experience in data center or outside plant environments.
• Ability to read and interpret cable maps, riser diagrams, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Install and route fiber optic cable, innerduct, and conduit throughout data center campus and outdoor pathways.
• Safely pull, handle, and secure cabling through manholes, handholes, cable vaults, and conduit systems.
• Read and interpret maps, diagrams, and construction drawings to execute installation plans.
• Ensure all installations meet quality standards and safety requirements.
• Label, document, and maintain records of completed work and installation details.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet timelines and milestones.
• Follow safety protocols in confined spaces and secure areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; use cable pulling tools effectively.

Skills

Fiber installation

Cable maps & diagrams

Safety compliance

Teamwork & communication

Physical endurance

Tools

MaxCell pathway systems

Cable pulling tools

Job description

Job Description

This role focuses on installing and routing fiber optic cabling and pathway systems within a large, high-security data center environment in Cedar Rapids, IA. The Fiber Installation Technician works on both indoor and outdoor areas of the campus, supporting complex data center infrastructure by installing fiber, innerduct, conduit, and pathway systems such as MaxCell and microfiber. The position requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to interpret technical drawings while working in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Install and route fiber optic cable, innerduct, and conduit throughout the data center campus and underground pathways.
• Safely pull, handle, and secure cabling through manholes, handholes, cable vaults, and conduit systems.
• Read and interpret cable maps, riser diagrams, construction drawings, and work instructions to execute installation plans accurately.
• Ensure all fiber installations meet established quality standards and strict safety requirements.
• Label, document, and maintain accurate records of completed work, including cable routes and installation details.
• Perform quality inspection and quality control checks on installed cabling and pathway systems.
• Apply proper cable handling techniques, including managing pulling tension, bend radius, and cable management best practices.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, including installers, splicers, and construction crews, to meet project timelines and milestones.
• Follow strict safety protocols and procedures while working in confined spaces, mechanical rooms, and secure areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with site cleanliness standards.
• Use cable pulling tools and equipment effectively to complete installations in both indoor data halls and outdoor campus environments.
• Adapt to physically demanding tasks such as standing, climbing, and lifting throughout the workday.
• 1-3 years of experience in fiber installation, preferably in outside plant (OSP) or data center environments.
• Hands-on experience installing, pulling, and routing fiber optic cable in conduit, innerduct, and pathway systems such as MaxCell.
• Ability to read and interpret cable maps, riser diagrams, blueprints, and construction drawings.
• Strong understanding of cable handling principles, including pulling tension, bend radius, and proper cable management.
• Experience using cable pulling tools and working within pathway systems like MaxCell and innerduct.
• Capability to work safely in confined spaces, mechanical rooms, cable vaults, manholes, and other restricted areas.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, climbing, and lifting for extended periods.
• Commitment to quality inspection and quality control throughout all installation activities.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and adherence to strict safety protocols in high-security environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience working in secure data center facilities is preferred.
• Experience low voltage installation and pulling wire is beneficial.
• Comfort working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with installers, splicers, and construction crews.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and project plans while meeting deadlines.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values safety, precision, and collaboration in a modern, technology-driven environment. The role offers consistent full-time hours with opportunities for overtime, allowing you to grow your technical skills while contributing to critical data center infrastructure. You work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive, team-oriented culture that emphasizes clear communication, high-quality workmanship, and continuous improvement.

The position is based in a fast-paced, high-security data center environment in Cedar Rapids, IA, where badge access and strict security protocols are required