Datacenter Technician L2 and L3

Data Center Technician L2 and L3100% onsite- Athens OH

No C2C, only W2Must have active USA work Authorization We are hiring multiple Data Center Technicians – Level 2 and Level 3 for a contract opportunity in Athens, OH. This is a 100% onsite position supporting data center optical and transport infrastructure. We are looking for technicians with strong hands-on experience in fiber optics, structured cabling, optical testing, troubleshooting, installations, migrations, remediation, and break/fix activities. Candidates must also be open to travel. This opportunity is available to W2 candidates only; no C2C, and candidates must have active U.S. work authorization. This is a hands-on opportunity for experienced technicians who are comfortable working in live data center and co-location environments. You'll work directly with customers and third-party technicians while supporting fiber installations, optical testing, migrations, decommissioning, troubleshooting, and network remediation. The role requires someone who can confidently follow MoPs, engineering documentation, network diagrams, and cut sheets while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, documentation, and customer communication. Contract Duration Contract position with potential for extension based on project requirements and performance. Required Skills3–15 years of experience in data center operations or a similar technical environment Hands-on fiber optic cabling experienceExperience with single-mode and multi-mode fiber Experience with LC connectors, fan-outs, and structured cabling Hands-on experience with fiber installation, remediation, migrations, and decommissioning Experience performing break/fix activities within data center environmentsStrong experience with optical testing and troubleshooting Experience using optical power meters, stabilized light sources, VFLs, OTDRs, and/or optical test sets Ability to read and execute Methods of Procedure (MoPs) Ability to interpret engineering documentation, vendor documentation, network diagrams, cut sheets, and physical network designs Understanding of proper port connections and cable-management practices Experience working directly with customers and third-party techniciansStrong documentation and reporting skillsExperience with customer ticketing applications and/or Microsoft Office Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-availability environmentsStrong commitment to safety, quality, and operational procedures Must be comfortable working 100% onsite in Athens, OHMust be open to travel Must have active U.S. work authorizationW2 only; no C2CDesired SkillsData center optical transport experienceExperience supporting live production data center environments Experience with fiber migrations and network cutovers Experience performing data center audits and quality inspections Experience supervising or providing technical direction to third-party techniciansStrong customer-facing communication skillsExperience troubleshooting complex fiber and optical connectivity issues Tech Breakdown 30% – Fiber Optic Installation & Structured Cabling 25% – Optical Testing & Troubleshooting 20% – Data Center Installations, Migrations & Remediation 15% – Audits, MoPs & Engineering Documentation 10% – Customer Interaction, Ticketing & Reporting Daily Responsibilities 25% – Perform and support fiber installation, remediation, migration, decommissioning, and break/fix activities 25% – Conduct optical testing and troubleshoot fiber/transport issues using OTDRs, power meters, VFLs, and related test equipment 20% – Conduct daily audits of work performed in customer data centers and co-location facilities and provide feedback to third-party technicians 15% – Execute work according to MoPs, engineering documents, network diagrams, vendor documentation, and cut sheets 10% – Communicate directly with customers through ticketing systems and face-to-face interactions, providing clear status reports and technical updates 5% – Maintain accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards What you didn’t know about us: Competitive salary Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Long-Term growth potential 401kWith this position, you will get the opportunity to work with a game changing client and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry! We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner! We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support. We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!