Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Center Technician with a strong focus on structured cabling and cable pulling within mission-critical environments. This role is responsible for installing, routing, dressing, labeling, and testing copper and fiber optic cabling in a data center environment while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards.Key Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and secure copper (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A) and fiber optic cables (single-mode and multi-mode) in overhead trays, under raised floors, and through conduits
• Install and terminate structured cabling systems, including patch panels, keystone jacks, and fiber enclosures
• Perform cable dressing, bundling, and Velcro management according to data center standards
• Label cables according to TIA/EIA and company labeling standards
• Test and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling using certification testers and OTDR equipment
• Install cable tray systems, ladder racks, J-hooks, and support structures
• Maintain accurate documentation, cable maps, and as-built drawings
• Work within active data center environments without disrupting live equipment
• Follow all safety procedures including proper lifting techniques and PPE requirements
• Coordinate with network engineers, facilities teams, and project managers

Required Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of experience in structured cabling or data center environments
• Experience pulling and dressing large cable bundles in commercial or data center settings
• Knowledge of copper and fiber standards (TIA/EIA, BICSI preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints, rack elevations, and cable schedules
• Comfortable working at heights (ladders/lifts) and in confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks
• Strong attention to detail and organization

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