Data Center Technician

Job Description
We are seeking Fiber Technicians / Data Center Technicians for a long-term data center project in Sandston, VA. Candidates with data center experience are encouraged to apply, and a comprehensive training program is available for qualified technicians.
Schedule

• Four-day work week (40 hours)
• Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday
• Start time: 7:00 AM
• Technicians must arrive at the designated shuttle location by 6:30 AM for transportation to the job site

Responsibilities

• Pull and install fiber optic cabling
• Install and work with backbone fiber, including:
  • 288-count fiber
  • 144-count fiber
• Install and connect pre-terminated fiber into cassettes
• Perform cable dressing, labeling, and organization
• Complete low-voltage cabling installations
• Install wireless access points (WAPs) and phone systems as needed
• Assist with fiber testing and troubleshooting using:
  • Fluke testing equipment
  • OTDR testing equipment
• Follow all data center standards, safety requirements, and project procedures

Qualifications

• Data center experience preferred
• Fiber optic installation experience preferred
• Knowledge of low-voltage cabling infrastructure
• Experience with fiber testing and troubleshooting is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction or data center environment
• Lift certification preferred for lead technicians and select team members

Training

• Comprehensive training program provided for qualified technicians
• Opportunity to learn and develop specialized data center and fiber-optic skills

Employment Type

• Long-term contract opportunity
• Strong potential for continued engagement based on performance

Top Skills
Data Center Cabling Experience

• Cable installation, pulling, routing, dressing, and rack-and-stack experience
• Experience with pre-terminated fiber preferred
• Any prior data center cabling experience is highly valued

Fiber Optic Experience

• Fiber installation, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Experience with OTDR and Fluke testing equipment preferred

Professional Attributes

• Strong work ethic
• Reliability and consistent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Team-oriented mindset
• Willingness to learn and grow

Preferred Lead Technician Experience

• Lift certification
• Fiber testing and troubleshooting experience
• Leadership or crew lead experience

Additional Skills

• Reliability
• Dependability
• Strong attendance record
• Positive attitude
• Team-player mentality
• Growth mindset
• Adaptability
• Strong cultural fit
• Commitment to safety
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills

Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

• Long-term, stable project with consistent work available
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Comprehensive training program available
• Potential to move into leadership or specialized technical roles
• Consistent four-day work schedule
• Opportunity to help build and expand teams as the project grows

Work Environment

• Active construction and data center environment
• Fast-paced, team-oriented setting
• Safety-focused culture
• Hands-on fiber, cabling, and infrastructure installation work

Business Driver
The organization is expanding its data center infrastructure and increasing project capacity. Additional technicians are needed to support ongoing growth, site expansion, and long-term operational demands.

Why Is the Position Open?
The team is being restructured to support long-term project growth. Additional technicians are needed to build new teams and support expanding workloads across multiple phases of the project.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Sandston, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $32.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Sandston,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.