Data Center Field Technician – Fiber Team

Round Rock, TX
Full Time
Entry Level
SUMMARY
The Data Center Field Technician is responsible for the day-to-day installation, splicing, and testing of fiber optic infrastructure in data centers and telecom environments. This role follows supervisor instructions and project documentation to deliver high quality, standards compliant installations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Install and align data cabinets, racks, and Optical Distribution Frames (ODF) according to engineering drawings and project requirements
  • Install and label pathway support systems (basket trays, ladder racks, cable managers, waterfalls) to ensure clean and scalable cable routing
  • Pull, route, dress, and secure pre-connectorized fiber and patch cords in racks, cabinets, and panels under supervisor direction
  • Perform fiber cable splicing of single mode and multimode fibers, including preparation, stripping, cleaning, and protection of fibers
  • Install and manage fibers in splice trays, enclosures, and patch panels to industry standards
  • Terminate and inspect connectors to ensure low loss, high quality terminations
  • Use Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR), Optical Loss Test Set (OLTS), light source, power meter, Visual Fault Locator (VFL), and inspection scopes to certify fiber links
  • Document basic test results (insertion loss, continuity, etc.) and update splicing and fiber-assignment records as directed
  • Support troubleshooting activities by collecting test data and assisting with repairs
  • Follow all TIA/EIA, FOA, NEC, OSHA, and company safety and quality requirements on site
  • Travel 33%
  • Compliance with all Company policies is required, including adherence to Company ISO 9001 Standards and compliance with Company Affirmative Action Plan and Company Safety procedures
  • Compliance with applicable Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required
  • Regular attendance is an essential function of this position
  • Other functions as required (non-essential functions)

SCOPE, PURPOSE, AND FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS
The position requires daily contact with all levels of TECO-Westinghouse and customers including Engineering, Marketing, Factory Operations, Supply Chain, Service and Accounting.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Hands on experience in fiber optic installation, splicing, and testing on data center or telecom infrastructure
  • Proficiency with fusion splicers and standard fiber prep tools
  • Ability to read and follow network design drawings, splice schematics, and rack elevations
  • Familiarity with OTDRs, OLTS, power meters, VFL, and inspection scopes (advanced interpretation can be learned on the job)
  • Solid understanding of OSHA and NEC requirements related to low voltage and fiber work

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • High School diploma required, Associate's degree (A.A.) or technical school preferred
  • 1-3 years related experience and/or training in industrial drafting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Experience with design of rotating mechanical components and fabricated structures is ideal.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
One or more certifications:
    • FOA CFOT / CFOS
    • BICSI Technician or higher (e.g., RCDD) or equivalent regional qualification
    • OSHA 30 (OSHA 10 minimum)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES 
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standards, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Vendor or manufacturer training (e.g., Corning, Fujikura) preferred
  • Experience in hyperscale or enterprise data centers or large-scale fiber projects preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS 
The ability to read, analyze, and interpret manufacturing drawings, repair specifications, test results, and technical journals.  Respond to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Communicate effectively in the presence of top management, customers, trade associations, and other public groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as algebra, exponents, logarithms, and quadratic equations. 

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Indentify a solution to a problem involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
General supervision will be provided.  Must be a self-starter with the ability to work effectively and take ownership of assigned projects in a fast-paced environment. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee frequently is required to climb or balance.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration.  The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and extreme heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

MANAGEMENT DISCLAIMER
TECO-Westinghouse's Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs.  This position description may not list all duties for this position.  The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties.  This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or TECO-Westinghouse may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
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