Datacenter Technician

• Review engineering drawings, deployment packages, and bills of materials (BOMs) before installation.
• Install and assemble network hardware according to engineering specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Install, route, and patch pre-terminated fiber-optic and copper cabling.
• Label cables, ports, and network equipment accurately.
• Assist network engineers with connectivity troubleshooting, network provisioning, and deployment validation.
• Collect project deliverables, including installation photos, cable records, and completion documentation.
• Provide daily progress updates to team leads and customer representatives.
• Coordinate with technicians, network engineers, and external vendors to complete projects on schedule.
• Maintain organized work areas, equipment inventories, and installation materials.
• Participate in quality audits, emergency troubleshooting, and on-call rotations as required.
• Travel to project sites as needed to support changing deployment workloads.

• Hands-on experience with network hardware installation and physical infrastructure deployment.
• Knowledge of fiber-optic cabling, copper cabling, patch panels, and cable labeling.
• Familiarity with Ethernet, network switches, transceivers, and physical connectivity troubleshooting.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, installation guides, rack layouts, and bills of materials.
• Strong documentation skills and proficiency with Google Workspace, including Sheets and Docs.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic network connectivity issues and support network engineers.
• Strong organizational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work onsite and move around the work area for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly carry a 20 lb ladder.
• Ability to lift 50 lb equipment multiple times per day.
• Willingness to travel extensively, potentially up to 100%, depending on project requirements.
• Availability to participate in emergency on-call support when required., * Experience in data center deployments, hyperscale network construction, or enterprise network installations.
• Experience installing pre-terminated fiber-optic cabling and low-voltage infrastructure.
• Experience with rack-and-stack activities, cable management, hardware replacement, and network equipment deployment.
• Previous experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, or construction-related technical roles.

Experience

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in network deployment, fiber installation, data center operations, or field service is preferred.
• Candidates with relevant practical installation experience and strong troubleshooting skills are encouraged to apply.

Education and Certifications

• High school diploma, technical diploma, or equivalent practical experience.
• CompTIA Network+, FOA fiber-optic certifications, BICSI credentials, or relevant networking certifications are advantageous.