Fiber Optic Technician – Data Center

About the role

We are seeking hands‑on Fiber Optic Technicians to join our technical team at a hyperscale data center in Montevideo. The role involves working on‑site with critical infrastructure, handling equipment, cabling, and physical installations.

Key responsibilities

• Install, replace, and remove fiber optic jumpers and cabling.
• Perform rack & stack activities, cable installation, organization, and labeling.
• Manage tickets, document completed work, and coordinate materials and spare parts.
• Troubleshoot failures, replace components, test and certify connections.
• Follow SOPs and safety protocols, and promptly escalate issues.

Required profile

• Hands‑on experience with cables or cable management.
• Knowledge of fiber optic installation, testing, troubleshooting, single‑mode and multi‑mode fiber.
• Ability to follow technical procedures and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and methodical problem‑solving.
• Fluent spoken and written English (mandatory).
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment and lifting equipment up to 23 kg.

Required skills

• Fiber optic installation
• Fiber optic testing
• Fiber optic troubleshooting
• Single‑mode fiber
• Multi‑mode fiber
• Cable management
• Rack & stack
• Ticketing systems

What we offer

• Annual salary between UYU 1,400,000 and 1,600,000.
• Structured onboarding and training before starting the role.
• Opportunity to grow in an international critical‑infrastructure environment.