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# Data Center / Lab Technician - 3-Month Contract

- **Company:** Datanet Inc
- **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Networking Hardware, Live Virtual and Constructive, Routing, Information Technology, Network Server
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1b159bd9b8bccd57

## About the Role

* Hands-on experience in a data center, engineering lab, or IT infrastructure environment .
 * Ability to read topology/cabling drawings and trace physical connections.
 * Familiarity with copper/fiber cabling, racks, servers, and network equipment.
 * Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
 * Ability to lift/move equipment and work on your feet for extended periods.

## Description

We are seeking a hands-on Data Center / Lab Technician for a 3-month contract to support engineering lab activities, including hardware installation, cabling, equipment movement, and lab documentation., * Install racks, servers, network devices, and other lab hardware.

 * Perform copper and fiber cabling, cable tracing, routing, and labeling.
 * Read and understand topology drawings and rack layouts .
 * Trace LVC (low-voltage cabling) and update/maintain documentation.
 * Handle servers, network equipment, optics, and other hardware safely.
 * Label equipment and cables accurately.
 * Assist with equipment moves, inventory, and lab cleanup.
 * Follow site safety, ESD, and security procedures.


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