Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

Location: Dallas, Texas

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Center Cabling Technician to support structured cabling and physical layer infrastructure within a high-performance data center environment in Dallas, TX. This role is heavily focused on fiber and copper installations, cable management, and ensuring clean, efficient, and scalable connectivity across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, route, and secure fiber optic and copper cabling (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, SM/MM fiber)
• Perform rack and stack support with an emphasis on proper cable routing and management
• Terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber (LC, SC, MPO/MTP) and copper connections
• Read and interpret cable run lists, floor plans, and network diagrams
• Label cables and ports according to data center standards and maintain accurate documentation
• Perform cable tracing, auditing, and cleanup to maintain organized pathways
• Use testing equipment such as OTDR, power meters, and cable certifiers
• Support build-outs, expansions, and decommissioning projects
• Ensure proper use of ladder racks, trays, and patch panels
• Follow strict TIA/EIA and BICSI standards for structured cabling
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including working at heights and in confined spaces