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# Entry Level Datacenter Technician

- **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Altoona, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $37,440.0 - $45,760.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Big Data, Data Centers, Networking Cables
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3448933953&tx=JL1913FFK&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

Experience in construction, warehouse, manufacturing, or other hands-on environments

Comfortable using basic hand tools

Strong work ethic and reliable attendance

Ability to take direction and learn quickly

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Comfortable working in active construction environments

Willingness to relocate to Altoona, IA and later transition to Cedar Rapids, IA

Preferred Experience (Not Required)

Cable Pulling

Telecommunications

Fiber Optics

Low Voltage

Electrical Helper Experience

Rack & Stack

Blueprint Reading

No telecom experience? No problem. Candidates with strong construction or labor backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

## Description

* Continue your career on long-term data center projects
 * Build advanced skills in fiber optics, low voltage systems, and telecommunications
 * Opportunity for continued employment, advancement, and future travel projects

What You'll Be Doing

As a Data Center Technician, you'll help build the critical infrastructure that powers today's technology.

Daily Responsibilities

Pulling and routing fiber optic and network cables

Installing cable trays, J-hooks, and support systems

Rack & Stack equipment installations

Assisting with cable terminations and labeling

Using hand tools and power tools safely

Reading blueprints and installation drawings

Supporting telecommunications and low-voltage installations

Working alongside experienced technicians on large-scale data center projects