Fiber Technician
At a glance
Highlights
- Onsite role at Memphis data center
- Hands‑on fiber optic installation and maintenance
- Work with a high‑growth AI company
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- Evenings and weekends required
- Physical labor lifting up to 35 lb
Why this role might suit you
A candidate with hands‑on experience in fiber optic installation and splicing will thrive in this onsite role, contributing directly to critical network infrastructure for a fast‑growing AI organization.
Skills
About the role
ABOUT xAI
xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As a Fiber Technician at xAI’s Memphis data center, you’ll dive into the world of fiber optic systems, applying your core skills and eagerness to grow in a high-growth tech environment. Working onsite with passionate teams, you’ll tackle hands-on challenges to install and maintain critical network infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity. Expect to collaborate closely, refine your expertise, and keep our systems running smoothly to support xAI’s mission of accelerating human scientific discovery through AI.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the guidance of the Foreman Supervisor, Project Manager, and Superintendent manage all phases of datacenter installation projects
Ensure a safe and productive work environment
Develop sensor indicators and conduct timely inspections, so that a faulty fiber optic system does not destabilize its performance
Troubleshoot, resolve, repair and install fiber optics systems, ensuring that they work properly
Examine and replace faulty and/or old fiber optic cables
Organize scheduled maintenance routines
Take care of fiber splicing and rectify fiber optic problem areas
Keep track of the signal strength of different devices
Formulate and maintain system records and system designs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
1+ years of direct data center experience installing and routing optical fiber in large scale Tier 3 or 4 facilities as a commercial fiber optic technician
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Certification in fiber optics and/or cable installation
Extensive experience in fiber splicing
Technical knowledge of communication networks
Knowledgeable of computers and associated electronic systems
Knowledgeable of different fiber types
Experience installing, certifying, and troubleshooting fiber in hyperscale data center environments
Experience installing structured cabling
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work in tight quarters and physical dexterity is necessary to perform job functions
Ability to lift up to 35lbs, unassisted
Comfortable working at elevated heights (up to 50 feet) with appropriate safety gear
Comfortable working in an environment requiring exposure to noise
Available to work evenings and weekends, as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
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