Union Data Center Technician (Traveler)

CBRE Group
Hickory, NC, United States
23 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Databases Data Centers Software Design Documents Networking Hardware Ribbon (Software)

Job description

As a Technician 1,you will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of low voltagecabling infrastructure within a data center environment. This role involvesrunning cables, connecting wires, and ensuring proper installation of allinternal infrastructure. You will work under supervision, performing tasks withinstalled cables, and adhering to safety protocols. The position may requireworking both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in confined or elevated spaces,and interacting with customers to address concerns and provide support.

What You’ll Do:

  • Installation/decommissioningof network and cabling infrastructure in a Data Center environment.
  • Deliversustainable and repeatable solutions and processes, always with an eye on improvement.
  • Providestructured feedback on project progress to Stakeholders.
  • Exhibitquality workmanship on all work and maintain Data Center cleanliness.
  • Followall production, safety and quality standards, codes, and industry best practices.
  • Collaboratewith various Stakeholders to remove project obstacles.
  • Readingand comprehending blueprints and building documentation/redline work.
  • Broadunderstanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies.

What You’ll Need:

  • Knowledgeand use of basic telecom hand tools.
  • Mustunderstand customer service.
  • Clearunderstanding of job safety requirements.
  • Beable to read and understand floor plans.
  • Shouldbe familiar on wiring schemes and wiring testing.
  • Shouldbe able to pull all types of low voltage cable.
  • Shouldunderstand and be capable in performing field terminations and labeling.
  • Reportsto Operations Manager and take daily directions from Technician, Technician II,Lead Technicians, Senior Technicians and Advance Senior Technicians.
  • Capableof maintaining orderly paperwork, capable of running service jobs.
  • Possessskill to layout MDF and IDF closets, be able to dress all types of cable, andperform all type of terminations.
  • Capableof working in Data Centers
  • Shallbe able to install ladder racking and seismic bracing both above and underraise floor.
  • Basicunderstanding of both copper and fiber cable testing and troubleshooting.
  • Readand understand blueprints and design document
  • Dressand furcate fiber trunks for splicing
  • Maintainingorderly paperwork and running service
  • FusionSplice including Ribbon/Single OSP/ISP
  • Install,connect, and decom network equipment
  • OperateDSX 5000 tester/OTDR Tester
  • Programtesters
  • Downloadtest results to Linkware/Linkware Live
  • Savetest results, verify, and submit to customer
  • Createmass labels and apply per Portmap
  • Differentiatelive cables from decom cable
  • Coppertesting and troubleshooting
  • ConductService Swaps of live networking devices
  • Understand"FIM" database and operate scanners

Why CBRE:

When you join CBRE,you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services andinvestment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problemsolvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Ourcollaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity,service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds andskillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your owncourse and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Requirements

Applicants must becurrently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visasponsorship now or in the future

About the company

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leadingtechnology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical datacenter infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to abroad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled techniciansdeliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US andAPAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructuretechnologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning,install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades &retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms., CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

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