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IDR, Inc.

Data Center Fiber Testing Lead

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What they do

A Photonics Technician is responsible for assembling, dismantling, installing, calibrating, testing, operating and repairing lasers. They also may perform alignment procedures, clean optics, integrate lasers with opto-mechanics parts, work on laser documentation and troubleshoot.

$65,668 / year median in Georgia

+11% projected growth

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IDR is seeking a Data Center Fiber Testing Lead to join a remote opportunity. This role involves providing technical leadership and execution for fiber testing projects within large-scale data centers across the US and Canada. It offers an exciting chance to support cutting-edge data center infrastructure in a dynamic industry environment. Position Overview for the
Data Center Fiber Testing Lead:
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. Requirements for the
Data Center Fiber Testing Lead:
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 driver's license and the ability to pass customer background checks covering records up to 12-15 years. What's in it for you? Competitive compensation package Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more! Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization. Why IDR? 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets Employee Stock Ownership Program Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success. Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row. #LI-onsite By submitting this application, you acknowledge and consent to engage in conversation with a recruiter or virtual recruiter from IDR Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners by receiving calls, AI-generated calls, texts, or emails to the contact information provided. Please ensure that the contact information provided is one you are permitted to use and are authorized to receive such messages on. If your contact information changes during the application process, please notify IDR promptly. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can opt-out of receiving communications at any time by saying or replying with "STOP" and "HELP" for help. To view our privacy policy, you may access it here (https://www.idr-inc.com/privacy-policy/).