Tanisha Systems, Inc · 1 day ago
Optical Fiber Technician
New Albany, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expTanisha Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of Custom Application Development and IT Services. They are seeking an Optical Fiber Technician who will be responsible for testing, troubleshooting, and remediating fiber-optic infrastructure in a mission-critical data center environment, ensuring all fiber links meet acceptance standards before production turnover.
SoftwareAppsInformation TechnologyMobile
Responsibilities
Perform OLTS (Insertion Loss), OTDR, continuity, and polarity testing on single-mode and multi-mode fiber
Conduct end-face inspection and cleaning per IEC 61300-3-35 standards
Validate fiber performance against TIA-568, BICSI, ISO/IEC, and client-specific requirements
Interpret OTDR traces and identify loss events, reflections, breaks, and anomalies
Diagnose and correct failed fiber links due to: Dirty or damaged connectors, Excessive splice or connector loss, Bend-radius violations, Crushed, pinched, or damaged cable, Incorrect polarity or fiber mapping
Perform fusion splicing, re-termination, connector replacement, and fiber redressing as needed
Replace defective components including patch cords, cassettes, adapters, and enclosures
Ensure remediation activities do not introduce new faults or impact adjacent fibers
Ability to read and interpret OTDR test spans, accurately differentiating loss events caused by fiber breaks, reflections, splices, connectors, and macro/micro-bends
Strong understanding of end-to-end link loss spans, including identification of cumulative loss versus individual event loss
Ability to create, calculate, and validate optical link loss budgets, and confirm compliance with TIA/BICSI standards and client acceptance thresholds
Capable of correlating OTDR results with OLTS data to determine pass/fail status and root cause
Skilled in using test results to recommend and execute remediation actions to bring links within allowable loss limits
Produce certified test reports (OLTS/OTDR) with trace analysis
Update fiber schedules, labeling, and as-built documentation
Document remediation actions and before/after test results
Support client acceptance, audits, and turnover requirements
Work within live, mission-critical environments following MOPs, SOPs, and change control processes
Comply with EHS, safety, and access protocols
Coordinate with project managers, leads, and other trades during remediation activities
Maintain cleanliness, cable management, and proper routing in active spaces
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in fiber optic testing and remediation, preferably in data centers
Hands-on experience with OTDR, OLTS, fiber scopes, and test documentation tools
Proficiency in single-mode (OS2) and multi-mode (OM3/OM4/OM5) fiber
Experience with fusion splicing and fiber repairs
Strong understanding of polarity methods (A/B/C), MPO/MTP systems, and structured cabling
Ability to read construction drawings, fiber schematics, and test specifications
Familiarity with TIA, BICSI, and manufacturer standards
Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
Preferred
Experience working in hyperscale or colocation data centers (Meta, Google, AWS, Vantage, etc.)
BICSI Technician, CFOT, or equivalent fiber certifications
Experience with high-fiber-count environments and structured cabling systems
Ability to lead small teams or act as a testing/remediation lead
Company
Tanisha Systems, Inc
Tanisha Systems, founded in 2002 in Massachusetts-USA, is a leading provider of Custom Application Development and end-to-end IT Services to clients globally.
1001-5000 employees
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