Data Center Technician

Position Summary

The Data Center Technician performs fiber optic and copper cabling installation within active data center construction environments. This position is responsible for cable pulling, routing, porting, termination, testing, and troubleshooting while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Pull, route, dress, and secure fiber optic and copper cabling.
• Install cabling through ladder rack, cable tray, conduit, innerduct, and other approved pathways.
• Port and connect fiber optic cabling and ensure proper routing and polarity.
• Terminate copper cabling, including jacks, patch panels, and connectors.
• Test fiber and copper cabling using Fluke, VIAVI, EXFO, or similar test equipment.
• Troubleshoot cabling and connectivity issues, including fiber loss, failed terminations, and polarity issues.
• Read and follow construction drawings, cable schedules, and work instructions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all site-specific safety, PPE, security, and quality requirements.
• Work effectively in an active construction environment while meeting established production and quality expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience with structured cabling, telecommunications, fiber optics, or data center construction.
• Experience pulling and installing fiber optic and copper cabling.
• Experience terminating copper cabling.
• Ability to test and troubleshoot fiber and copper cabling.
• Experience using Fluke, VIAVI, EXFO, or similar testing equipment preferred.
• Ability to work safely in an active construction environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.