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# Datacenter RunOps Technician

- **Company:** CYNET SYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $41,600.0 - $52,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Macintosh Computers, Automation of Tests, Fiber Distributed Data Interface, Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Issue Tracking Systems, Networking Hardware, Network Troubleshooting, Data Logging, Storage Devices, Simplex Dental Software
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/02b8564c-87ad-4b46-8c9d-e6acc7d9613b/datacenter-runops-technician

## About the Role

* High School diploma or GED equivalent.
 * Proficient with trade tools including screwdrivers, torpedo level, tape measure, snips, pliers, hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, gloves, punch tool, tone set, crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX tools.
 * Skilled in terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems (Unicam, anaerobic, heat-cure).
 * Experience in testing and troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems (OTDR & PMLS).
 * Basic copper termination skills required.
 * Ability to travel up to 25%.
 * Availability to work shifts (8, 10, 12 hours), weekends, and holidays.
 * Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills., * Preferred 3-5 years of fiber experience.
 * Preferred industry certifications (Corning/FOA).
 * Preferred data center installation experience.
 * Preferred mechanical and fusion splice experience.
 * Preferred OSP / confined space entry experience (splicing).

Skills:

 * Datacenter.
 * Cable.
 * Fiber.
 * Copper Termination.
 * OTDR.
 * Fluke.
 * EFXO.
 * Fusion Splicing.
 * DCIM Tools.
 * TIA/EIA Standards.

Qualification And Education:

 * High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Physical Requirements(Due to nature of job, The candidate must have):

 * Ability to work at heights.
 * Ability to work off ladders.
 * Ability to work in confined spaces.
 * Ability to lift 50 pounds.
 * Ability to move 75 pounds.
 * Ability to read small print.
 * Ability to recognize audible signals.

## Description

* Support and complete all scheduled data center Moves/Adds/Changes (MACs).
 * Perform hardware installation of MACs, including device labeling, power, and network cable connectivity.
 * Complete hardware support work orders involving MACs, certification, troubleshooting, and break-fix.
 * Manage assets, auditing, and daily work log/ticket tracking.
 * Provide smart-hands assistance within specified SLA response times.
 * Maintain a safe and secure operating environment and report violations.
 * Maintain detailed documentation and record-keeping.
 * Follow site security protocols, badging requirements, and data protection procedures.
 * Ensure proper logging, securing, and documentation of media storage devices.
 * Use network hardware/components, copper and fiber infrastructure installation and testing tools, and datacenter infrastructure management (DCIM) tools.
 * Coordinate equipment/material receiving, shipping, and RMA processing.
 * Provide vendor and security escorts as needed.
 * Perform general cleaning of floor, cabinet/rack surfaces, work benches, and other areas regularly.
 * Support standard and emergency operating procedures for the data center.
 * Provide status reporting on service availability, performance, and capacity utilization.
 * Conduct daily error log reporting and physical inspections for general health, power, cooling, and hazards.
 * Mount and install racks, patch panels, fiber optic hardware, and grounding.
 * Perform testing including continuity tests, use of the volt-ohmmeter, troubleshoot cable issues, and use tone sets.
 * Install various fiber connectors (LC, Client, ST, FC, FDDI, SMA, MPO/MTP) for multi-mode and single-mode fiber.
 * Terminate simplex & duplex jumper cords, breakout outside plant fiber, and indoor tight buffered fiber.
 * Install fan-out kits including buffer tubes.
 * Calculate end-to-end loss budgets per TIA/EIA standards.
 * Perform testing using OTDR, Fluke, and EFXO.
 * Troubleshoot network issues using OTDR.
 * Perform mechanical and fusion splicing with all fiber cable types.
 * Perform building entrance splices, maintenance space, and direct buried splices.
 * Perform on-call duties as needed.