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Staff Experts LLC

Infrastructure Technician

Mesa, AZ · Remote

$30 - $39/hr

We specialize in staffing in the areas of Engineering, Construction Management, Manufacturing ... Fiber Optic Certified Technician (preferred) * MESH network certification (preferred) Staff Experts ...

Cable One, Inc.

Senior Solutions Engineer (Hybrid)

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$52.25 - $67.50/hr

Conducts live and remote demonstrations and makes presentations to prospective customers clearly ... Develop long-haul and metro fiber solutions with detailed designs covering ILA builds, POPs, OSP ...

TEKsystems

Remote IP Network Engineer I

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$35 - $42/hr

Remote IP Network Engineer I TEKsystems is seeking an IP Network Engineer I for our Anchorage ... Exposure to data center networking and transport technologies such as fiber, microwave, or cellular ...

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How much do remote fiber optics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote fiber optics engineer in Tempe, AZ is $137,547.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,600.00 and $159,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Fiber Optics Engineer vs Fiber Optic Technician?

AspectRemote Fiber Optics EngineerFiber Optic Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field, certifications like FOA Certified Fiber Optic SpecialistHigh school diploma or equivalent, certifications like FOA Fiber Optic Installer
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and troubleshooting remotely or in offices, often collaborating virtuallyOn-site installation, splicing, and maintenance of fiber optic cables
Industry UsageTelecommunications, data centers, network providersTelecom companies, internet service providers, construction projects

The Remote Fiber Optics Engineer focuses on designing and testing fiber optic systems remotely, requiring engineering credentials and analytical skills. In contrast, the Fiber Optic Technician performs hands-on installation and maintenance on-site. Both roles are essential in the fiber optic industry but differ mainly in work environment and responsibilities.

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Data Center Technician II

James Services Inc.

Chandler, AZ • Remote

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

An Experienced Data Center Technician is responsible for day-to-daydatacenter operations and advanced hands-on technicalsupport. Therolefocuses on maintaining uptime for server,network, storage, anddatacenter infrastructure while performingcomplex troubleshooting,executingchanges safely, andmentoring other technicians.


Previous AWS, Google, or Meta experience highly desired


Applicants must reside within the Phoenix / Chandler area


Key responsibilities

  • Respond to and troubleshoot incidents involving servers, switches, storage systems, cabling, PDUs,cooling components, and alarms; identify root cause and drive resolution.
  • Perform advanced break/fix and migrations: rack-and-stack, hardware replacements, firmwareverification, and structured cabling changes.
  • Execute preventive and corrective maintenance following runbooks and change procedures (includingescalation to engineering when needed).
  • Support data center infrastructure operations including power distribution awareness, UPS/generator-related operational checks (as applicable), airflow best practices, and cooling/CRAH-CRAC monitoringresponse.
  • Install and test network connectivity (patch panels, patch cords, optics/SFPs, VLAN/port verification asapplicable).
  • Own physical layer documentation quality: cable maps, labeling standards, rack diagrams, asset records,and post-change updates.
  • Manage work orders and changes in a ticketing/change system, ensuring approvals, sequencing, androllbacks are followed.
  • Maintain compliance and safety: ESD procedures, ladder/working-at-height safety, access control, andadherence to data center standards.
  • Coordinate with vendors and cross-functional teams (network engineering, platform teams, facilities, andsupport) during outages and escalations.
  • Mentor junior technicians through shadowing, coaching on procedures, and improving teamplaybooks/runbooks.

Required skills

  • Strong experience with server hardware lifecycle (install, replace, troubleshoot) and understanding ofRAID/storage basics.
  • Solid working knowledge of networking fundamentals (switching concepts, fiber/optics basics, cablingstandards, port verification).
  • Hands-on ability with structured cabling (copper and fiber), patching, labeling, and rack organization.
  • Proficiency using ticketing/ITSM systems, monitoring tools, and escalation workflows.
  • Competence reading diagrams, schematics, and runbooks, and producing clear documentation afterwork.
  • Demonstrated experience working in a high-availability, safety-first environment with controlled changeprocesses.
  • Ability to lift and work in constrained spaces (often required for rack work and component swaps).

Qualifications (common)

  • Typically 3–7+ years of data center operations/technician experience (or equivalent hands-on work).
  • Technical education in IT/networking/electronics (or equivalent practical experience).
  • Experience with at least one common data center environment or platform stack(servers/network/storage) is preferred.

Preferred (nice-to-have)

  • Certifications such as CompTIA A+/Network+, Cisco (CCNA), ITIL, or vendor-specific hardwarecertifications.
  • Experience with on-call rotation, outage response, and incident command principles.
  • Knowledge of data center infrastructure monitoring (BMS alarms, environmental monitoring,power/cooling telemetry—role dependent).

Work conditions

  • On-site work in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Shift work and on-call may be required.
  • Ability to work under time constraints during incidents and scheduled maintenance windows.