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TECO-Westinghouse · 1 day ago

Data Center Field Technician – Fiber Team

Round Rock, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

TECO-Westinghouse is seeking a Data Center Field Technician for their Fiber Team. This role is responsible for the installation, splicing, and testing of fiber optic infrastructure in data centers and telecom environments, ensuring high quality and standards compliant installations.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

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)

Qualification

Fiber optic installationFiber splicingFiber testingFusion splicersOTDR familiarityOSHA knowledgeMathematical skillsTechnical communicationSelf-starter

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

High School diploma required

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

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

Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standards, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

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

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

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

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

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

Preferred

Associate's degree (A.A.) or technical school preferred

Vendor or manufacturer training (e.g., Corning, Fujikura) preferred

Experience in hyperscale or enterprise data centers or large-scale fiber projects preferred

Company

TECO-Westinghouse

TECO-Westinghouse is a manufacturer of electric motors and generators.

Founded in 1969

Round Rock, Texas, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.tecowestinghouse.com

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