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# Data Center Fiber Testing Lead

- **Company:** IDR, Inc.
- **Location:** Norcross, GA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Computer Network Operations
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/data-center-fiber-testing-lead-norcross-ga--25a0d2ce-3e36-4fe6-b563-c55ac7e4a796

## About the Role

Network Operations Center, Network Operations Center, Technical Leadership, Testing, Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Optics, Project/Program Management, Identify Issues, * Proven experience with fiber testing and troubleshooting in data center environments, including OLTS and OTDR testing (EXFO preferred).

 * Ability to troubleshoot failed optics, understand fiber types, connector types, fiber polarity, and root cause analysis.
 * Strong technical knowledge of fiber types, MPO-8 / MPO-12, LC-to-LC connections, OS2, and different optic/connection types.
 * Willingness to be 100% onsite, with a road-warrior mindset to travel extensively within the US and Canada.
 * Valid drivers license and the ability to pass customer background checks covering records up to 12-15 years.

## Description

* Execute fiber acceptance testing (OLTS, OTDR), analyze test results, troubleshoot failed optics, diagnose causes, and articulate findings to site and management.
 * Provide on-site technical leadership, escalate only habitual or unresolved issues, self-govern day-to-day problems, and communicate status to project management or escalate as needed.
 * Support national projects, including data center rack builds, structured cabling, and fiber testing, based on project demands.
 * Be 100% onsite in a road warrior capacity, traveling across various locations in the US and Canada, often staying 4-5 weeks at each site.
 * Work in a fast-paced environment with variable hours, ranging from 40 to 90+ hours per week depending on project needs.