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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technician 1 - Data Centers - **Company:** The Job Network - **Location:** Monroe, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Big Data, Data Centers, Bicsi - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/c3acf523-f8c2-43be-a636-e97a57800858 ## About the Role 2+ years of experience in fiber optics, structured cabling, or data center environments - Hands-on experience with: - Fiber installation - Fiber testing - Fiber troubleshooting - Structured cabling systems - Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and fiber layouts - Experience working in live or mission-critical environments - Strong understanding of fiber color codes and labeling standards - Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and overhead pathways - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments - Reliable transportation and ability to travel if required Preferred: - Experience in hyperscale or enterprise data centers - Fusion splicing experience - BICSI certification - OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification - Experience with: - Corning systems - Panduit systems - CommScope infrastructure - Familiarity with customer quality standards and turnover packages Skills & Competencies - High attention to detail - Strong work ethic and accountability - Ability to move efficiently without sacrificing quality - Strong communication with leadership and team members - Safety-first mindset - Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environment Working Conditions - Active data center and construction environments - Fast-paced production schedules ## Description We are seeking experienced Fiber Technicians to support large-scale data center operations involving fiber optic installation, testing, troubleshooting, validation, and structured cabling infrastructure. This role is responsible for executing high-quality fiber work within active data center environments while maintaining strict adherence to customer standards, safety protocols, and production timelines. Technicians will work closely with operational leadership, testing teams, and field crews to ensure all fiber infrastructure is installed, documented, and validated accurately. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, highly organized, and experienced working in fast-paced mission-critical environments. Key Responsibilities - Install, route, dress, and secure fiber optic cabling within active data center environments - Perform fiber optic terminations, splicing, and troubleshooting - Conduct testing and validation using: - OTDR - Power meter/light source - Fiber identifiers - Continuity testing equipment - Read and interpret: - Prints and blueprints - Rack elevations - Fiber matrices - Scope of work documentation - Perform structured cabling installations in accordance with TIA/EIA and BICSI standards - Label and document all fiber runs accurately per client standards - Support pathway builds including tray work, innerduct, and routing systems - Assist with rack-and-stack support and cabinet integration when required - Maintain daily production reporting and closeout documentation - Identify and communicate quality concerns, damage, or installation discrepancies immediately - Work alongside testing and validation teams to ensure all infrastructure passes client acceptance standards - Follow all OSHA, site safety, PPE, and customer compliance requirements - Maintain clean and organized work areas in live production environments ## Related Videos - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) ## Related Articles - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)