Fiber Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of Lead Fiber Technicians and Fiber Technicians in all datacenter fiber optic installation, maintenance, and repair activities
• Oversee all phases of fiber optic projects from planning and execution to testing, handover, and documentation
• Ensure a safe, productive, high-quality, and compliant work environment for the entire fiber team
• Develop and implement sensor indicators, inspection protocols, and preventive maintenance routines
• Direct complex troubleshooting, repair, splicing, and installation of fiber optics systems
• Manage the inspection, replacement, and optimization of fiber optic cables and infrastructure
• Monitor signal strength, system performance, and resolve fiber optic problem areas proactively
• Maintain accurate system records, documentation, as-built drawings, and design updates
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other trades to coordinate cross-functional work
• Provide technical guidance, training, performance feedback, and quality assurance across all fiber-related work

Requirements

• 2+ years of direct data center experience installing, certifying, and maintaining optical fiber in large-scale Tier 3 or 4 facilities
• 1+ years of experience leading or supervising fiber optic teams in a commercial/data center environment
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Ability to work in tight quarters with necessary physical dexterity
• Ability to lift up to 35lbs, unassisted
• Comfortable working at elevated heights (up to 50 feet)
• Available to work evenings and weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in fiber optics and/or cable installation (FOA, BICSI, or equivalent)
• Advanced expertise in fiber splicing, OTDR testing, and certification procedures
• Deep technical knowledge of hyperscale data center networking and structured cabling
• Experience in AI/HPC data centers or mission-critical facilities

About the Company

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.