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# Entry-Level Data Center Technician

- **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Fairfax, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $41,600.0 - $45,760.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Big Data, Data Centers
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/2f3010b1-e33e-4b3b-b7f7-11e0b18c1fce

## About the Role

* Experience in construction, telecom, or another hands-on trade
 * Familiarity with hand tools
 * Experience pulling cable, installing cable trays, fiber, Cat5, or Cat6 preferred
 * Reliable, coachable, and eager to learn
 * Comfortable working at heights and lifting up to 50 lbs, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

* Pull and route copper and fiber optic cable
 * Install cable trays, J-hooks, and support systems
 * Perform cable dressing, labeling, and basic terminations
 * Build and organize telecom closets, racks, and patch panels
 * Follow blueprints and project drawings
 * Use hand tools safely and effectively
 * Maintain a safe and professional work environment, Data center construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in the U.S. This role provides an opportunity to break into the field, develop valuable technical skills, and advance into senior technician and leadership positions. We value hard work, reliability, and promote from within whenever possible.
Travel Opportunities
Many projects offer paid housing and daily per diem while traveling, allowing you to gain experience on large-scale projects without additional living expenses.
Job Stability
Our strong project pipeline provides consistent work and opportunities for redeployment to future projects, offering long-term career potential.
Skill Development
Gain hands-on experience with fiber optics, structured cabling, and data center infrastructure while building highly marketable skills that can lead to future opportunities in the technology industry.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7AM - 7PM day shift
Work Environment: Active data center construction sites supporting large-scale technology infrastructure projects.
You'll be working on large-scale data center construction projects supporting the buildout of cutting-edge technology infrastructure. This is a hands-on role in an active construction environment where teamwork, safety, and a strong work ethic are essential.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fairfax, IA.
Pay and Benefits


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