Telecommunications Technician (Data Center)
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
- Pull, route, dress, and secure copper and fiber optic cabling throughout commercial data centers.
- Assist with the installation of structured cabling systems, including Cat5e, Cat6, and fiber optic infrastructure.
- Build, assemble, and install server racks and cabinets.
- Install cable trays, ladder racks, J-hooks, and other cable support systems.
- Perform cable terminations, punch-downs, labeling, and basic testing.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas while following project specifications.
- Read and interpret basic floor plans, layouts, and installation documentation.
- Utilize hand tools and telecom installation tools safely and effectively.
- Work from ladders, lifts, and elevated work platforms as required.
- Follow all OSHA, site-specific, and company safety standards.
- Collaborate with team leads and fellow technicians to complete projects on schedule.
Requirements
Hand Tools Low Voltage Fiber Optics Team Oriented Outside Plant Floor Planning Network Routing Electrical Wiring Strong Work Ethic Fiber Optic Cable Business Valuation Telecommunications Category 6 Cabling, TEKsystems is seeking motivated Telecommunications Technicians to support large-scale commercial data center construction projects in the Greater Fort Wayne area. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with low voltage, structured cabling, or telecommunications experience who are looking to grow their career in a fast-paced data center environment., * Minimum 6 months of commercial low voltage, telecommunications, structured cabling, or data center experience.
- Experience pulling and routing low-voltage cable in commercial environments.
- Knowledge and safe use of basic telecom hand tools.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing ladders, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Must be willing to obtain:
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Lift/Scissor Lift Certification, * Experience in data center environments.
- Experience with cable terminations and punch-downs.
- Fiber optic installation experience.
- Knowledge of structured cabling standards and best practices.
- OSP (Outside Plant) telecommunications experience.
- Experience assembling server cabinets or rack-and-stack projects.
- Familiarity with AC power, wiring, and telecommunications infrastructure., * Commercial Low Voltage Installation
- Structured Cabling
- Cable Pulling
- Telecom Hand Tools
- Data Center Construction
- Server Rack Installation
Benefits & conditions
Structured Cabling Punching (Cabling) Working at Heights Cable Terminations Aerial Work Platforms Packaging And Labeling Full Stack Development Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card
This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes., * Fiber Optic Cabling
- Punchdowns
- Wiring
- AC Power
- OSP Experience
- Cable Testing, * Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Weekly Pay
- Opportunities for Overtime
- Contract-to-Hire Potential
- Career Growth Within the Telecommunications Industry
- Hands-On Experience in Large-Scale Data Center Environments, This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Wayne, IN. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type, Hand Tools Low Voltage Fiber Optics Team Oriented Outside Plant Floor Planning Network Routing Electrical Wiring Strong Work Ethic Fiber Optic Cable Business Valuation Telecommunications Category 6 Cabling Category 5 Cabling Structured Cabling Punching (Cabling) Working at Heights Cable Terminations Aerial Work Platforms Packaging And Labeling Full Stack Development Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card +0 Login | JoinContact