Travel-Based Fiber Optic Data Center Technician

TEKsystems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem $161/day

Overtime pay 2x

On-site assignment

Job summary

TEKsystems seeks an entry-level Fiber Optic Data Center Technician for a travel-based data center project located in Temple, TX. The role involves installing, terminating, and testing fiber cabling in MDF/IDF environments, with documentation of all runs and labeling.

Per diem is provided, and overtime is paid at 2x rate. Ideal candidates bring hands-on fiber experience, familiarity with patch panels, LC connectors, and testing equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiber optic patch panels.
• Strong understanding of network connectivity and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of fiber optics, terminations, LC connectors, patch panels, structured cabling, Cat5e/Cat6, fiber testing equipment, labeling and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and manage fiber cabling within MDF and IDF closets (as applicable).
• Terminate and test fiber using LC connectors.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues with fiber testing tools (OTDR, VFL, Fluke).
• Verify proper fiber connectivity and ensure network links are operational.
• Label and document all fiber runs in asset databases.

Skills

Fiber patch panels

Network troubleshooting

Fiber optics

LC connectors

Structured cabling

Tools

OTDR

VFL

Fluke testers

Job description

TEKsystems seeks an entry-level Fiber Optic Data Center Technician for a travel-based data center project located in Temple, TX. The role involves installing, terminating, and testing fiber cabling in MDF/IDF environments, with documentation of all runs and labeling.

Per diem is provided, and overtime is paid at 2x rate. Ideal candidates bring hands-on fiber experience, familiarity with patch panels, LC connectors, and testing equipment.