Meta Field Technician

About the role

We are seeking Data Center Fiber Technicians to support large-scale data center deployments across multiple U.S. locations. This role is responsible for fiber installation, rack assembly, fiber splicing, cable management, and troubleshooting physical layer infrastructure issues. Candidates with experience in data center environments, fiber optics, and rack-and-stack activities are highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, route, and terminate fiber optic cabling throughout data center facilities.
• Assemble, install, and organize data center racks and cabinets.
• Perform fiber splicing and maintain proper cable management standards.
• Complete rack-and-stack activities, including server installations and top-of-rack connections.
• Install and organize patch cabling between servers, network equipment, and Optical Distribution Frames (ODFs).
• Troubleshoot physical layer connectivity issues and support site commissioning efforts.
• Respond to infrastructure-related service tickets and assist in resolving network connectivity problems.
• Follow established safety procedures, quality standards, and project specifications.

Required Qualifications

• Experience running and installing fiber optic cabling.
• Rack-and-stack experience in a data center, telecommunications, or related technical environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to fiber infrastructure and physical layer connectivity.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Ability to take direction, adapt to changing project needs, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the data center industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fiber splicing experience.
• Experience using OTDR equipment for fiber testing and troubleshooting.
• Previous data center deployment, commissioning, or infrastructure buildout experience.

Project Scope

Technicians will support large-scale hyperscale data center construction and deployment projects that may include:

• 100–200 racks per site.
• Optical Distribution Frames (ODFs) containing approximately 200,000 to 2 million fiber splices.
• Rack assembly and deployment.
• Server installations and cable consolidation.
• Site activation, testing, and troubleshooting to support production readiness.

Current Project Locations Preferred

The team is actively supporting data center projects in the following markets. Candidates located within 30 miles or near these areas are strongly preferred:

• 4861 Edwards Farm Rd, Hilliard, Ohio
• 1500 Champa Street, Denver, Colorado
• 3420 N Arlington Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64161
• 23800 West Valley Parkway in Olathe, Kansas (66061)
• 3900 S. Mendenhall Road

Travel Requirements

Candidates must be open to traveling for assignments lasting up to 8 weeks at a time, unless local to the project site. Travel technicians will be provided company-arranged lodging located near data center sites. Accommodations are typically extended-stay hotels such as Candlewood Suites, Marriott properties, or similar accommodations. Travel is coordinated through the company's travel department and may include airfare or rental vehicles. Traveling technicians are eligible to fly home once per month during extended assignments.

Travel Benefits

• Company-provided lodging during all travel assignments.
• $50 daily per diem for meals while traveling.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for dependable, motivated technicians who have strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in fast-paced data center environments. Successful candidates will be hands-on, eager to learn, receptive to coaching, and committed to delivering quality work while supporting critical infrastructure projects across the country.

Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Fiber
• Rack and stack

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Travel technicians will be provided lodging near data center locations. Accommodations are typically arranged through extended-stay hotels such as Candlewood Suites and Marriott. Travel is coordinated through the travel department, with the option to fly or use a rental vehicle. Technicians may also fly home once every 8 weeks.

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.

Benefits

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)