Data Center Cable Technician

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Pay Range: $21hr - $26hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• 3+ years of experience in enterprise data centers or structured cabling.
• Experience with copper and fiber cabling.
• Experience with patch panels and cable management.
• Experience with rack and stack activities.
• Experience with server and network hardware installation.
• Ability to read rack elevations and network diagrams.
• Experience using cable certification or testing tools is preferred.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and working in data center environments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities:

• Organize, label, route, and secure copper and fiber cabling in enterprise data centers and IDF/MDF closets.
• Perform complete cable remediation projects, including removing abandoned cabling and improving airflow.
• Install cable management systems including ladder racks, vertical/horizontal managers, Velcro, patch panels, and rack accessories.
• Patch and test Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic connections.
• Install and rack servers, switches, firewalls, UPS equipment, and other infrastructure hardware.
• Assist with equipment moves, adds, and changes (MAC work).
• Document rack layouts, cable paths, port assignments, and asset inventory.
• Maintain accurate labeling following company standards.
• Assist with network and server deployments during maintenance windows.
• Support data center cleanliness and organization initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams, vendors, and contractors during projects.
• Follow all safety, security, and change management procedures.

Nice to Have:

• Experience supporting enterprise data centers with 100+ racks.
• Knowledge of Cisco networking.
• Knowledge of Juniper or Mist.
• Knowledge of Fortinet.
• Knowledge of VMware.
• Knowledge of Windows Server environments.
• Familiarity with IT asset management systems.
• BICSI, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent certifications are a plus.