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Lead Data Center Technician
Job Description
Job Title:
Data Center Technician- Reston, VA or Washington, DC Technician Level II:
Direct rate is $35/hr. on w2 Split rate is $18 on w2 + $19 PDM = $37/hr
Lead Role:
Direct rate $38/hr on w2And in split $18 on w2 +$22 on PDM = $40/hr
Duration:
Long Term Contract Required Qualifications:
Fiber Optics Experience Minimum 3+ years of hands-on fiber optic cabling experience in data centers, network rooms, or similar restricted facilities Demonstrated experience with LC, MPO/MTP, and SC connector types. Previous experience performing fiber circuit audits or circuit validations — must be able to describe. scope, volume, and outcomes. Working knowledge of DMARC environments and the technician's role within them. Ability to distinguish between a contaminated end-face and physical fiber damage without guidance. Cleaning & Inspection Proficiency with one-click cleaners, cassette cleaners, and reel-style cleaners. Understanding of when to apply wet clean versus dry clean methodology. Familiarity with proper cleaning sequences for both LC single connectors and MPO multi-fiber connectors. Knowledge of common cleaning errors and how to avoid them. Scoping & Testing Hands-on experience with fiber inspection scopes or video probes. Ability to inspect MPO end-faces across all fiber positions and interpret results accurately. Solid understanding of pass vs. fail criteria for fiber end-face inspections of ultra-low latency fiber connections. Experience operating an optical power meter and light source — must be able to walk through a full light level test procedure. Familiarity with expected power levels for multimode and single-mode circuits and ability to flag anomalies. Working knowledge of
IEC 61300-3-35
cleanliness standards is a strong plus. Troubleshooting Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve failing circuits on the first attempt. Ability to isolate fault location — DMARC, patch panel, or further down the run. Experience handling circuits that fail after cleaning attempts and executing next-step escalation Gaurav Singh Technical Recruiter Lead m
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Pay:
$35.00 - $38.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person