Data Center Technician

Seeking an experienced Senior / Level III Data Center Technician for a brand-new data center build in Orangeburg, NY. This is an installation-focused position supporting the buildout and deployment of new data center infrastructure.

The ideal candidate is a highly hands-on technician with strong experience in fiber optic cabling, structured cabling, rack & stack, equipment installation, cable management, testing, labeling, and new-build data center environments.

This is not a data center maintenance or break-fix position. Candidates should come from an installation/construction background and be comfortable working on active data center buildouts from infrastructure installation through final testing and turnover., * Perform installation of new data center infrastructure in a new-build environment.

• Install, route, dress, secure, label, and organize single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic cabling.
• Install and terminate fiber using LC, MPO/MTP, and other high-density fiber connectivity systems.
• Perform fiber testing, troubleshooting, inspection, cleaning, and connectivity validation.
• Install copper structured cabling as required, including Cat6/Cat6A.
• Perform rack & stack of servers, switches, network equipment, patch panels, fiber enclosures, and related hardware.
• Build out and populate new server and network racks from initial installation through final equipment deployment.
• Install ladder rack, cable tray, vertical and horizontal cable management, and associated support systems.
• Patch and cross-connect network and fiber infrastructure according to drawings and port assignments.
• Read and work from prints, rack elevations, cable schedules, floor plans, and installation drawings.
• Maintain proper bend radius, cable separation, pathway utilization, labeling, and workmanship standards.
• Perform point-to-point verification and assist with testing and commissioning of newly installed infrastructure.
• Identify installation issues in the field and work independently to complete corrections.
• Maintain clean, organized racks, pathways, and work areas throughout the installation.
• Work alongside project managers, leads, engineers, and other technicians to meet project schedules and quality standards.
• Provide direction and technical support to junior technicians when required.

• 5+ years of hands-on data center, fiber optic, or structured cabling installation experience.
• Strong experience working in new-build data centers, data center expansions, colocation facilities, or mission-critical environments.
• Advanced experience with:
• Single-mode and multi-mode fiber
• LC and MPO/MTP connectivity
• Fiber patch panels and enclosures
• Rack & stack
• Server and network rack buildouts
• Structured cabling
• Cable tray and ladder rack
• Cable dressing and cable management
• Labeling and documentation
• Fiber testing and troubleshooting
• Ability to independently complete installation work at a Level III / Senior Technician level.
• Ability to read and interpret prints, drawings, rack elevations, and cable schedules.
• Strong understanding of proper data center installation standards and workmanship.
• Comfortable working in an active construction/new-build environment.

Preferred Skills

• Fiber termination and fusion splicing experience.
• Experience using optical power meters, VFLs, OTDRs, and fiber testing equipment.
• Experience with high-density fiber installations.
• Familiarity with Cisco, Arista, Juniper, or similar network hardware from a physical installation standpoint.
• BICSI Installer/Technician, FOA/CFOT, OSHA 10/30, or related certifications are a plus.

Ideal Background

Candidates should have a strong background performing new data center installations, including running and dressing fiber, building racks, installing equipment, completing rack & stack, patching fiber and copper, testing connectivity, and bringing newly constructed data center spaces from buildout through turnover.

Experience working in enterprise, financial, commercial, colocation, or other mission-critical data center environments is highly preferred.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance