Data Center Technician - Fiber Optics

TEKsystems
$22.00 - $28.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Temple
Mar 13, 2025
Job Title: Data Center Cabling Technician Location: Temple, Texas Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM (will ramp up to 5 days a week, 10-hour shifts) Duration: Minimum of 1 year Top Skills - Must Haves: * Cat5 and Cat6 cabling * Copper fiber * Rack and stack * Blueprint reading * Structured cabling * Cable installation Top Skills' Details: * At least 1+ year of commercial cabling experience * Experience pulling fiber * Reliable transportation to the Temple site Secondary Skills - Nice to Haves: * Fiber optic cable * OSHA 10 certification * Scissor lift operation * Conduit installation * Cable tray installation Job Description: We are seeking hard-working individuals for a minimum 1-year data center build-out project. The role involves working both inside and outside to build out data centers. Responsibilities include: * Layout and install wireway, bus duct, cable tray, switches, receptacles, and other devices * Build closets (mount and install backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic hardware) * Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cable as required * Complete all IDC connections (e.g., terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels) * Pull wire and/or oversee and direct conduit installations and wire pulling * Operate tools/equipment requiring the use of two hands (e.g., cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, jackhammers) Additional Skills & Qualifications: * Tools: screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight, and gloves * Able to lift 40 lbs * Valid driver's license * Proficient with the listed tools * Proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting, and quality requirements * Knowledge of universal communications color codes Employee Value Proposition (EVP): * Opportunity for growth: Promotes from within and seeks individuals eager to learn and grow. This is a significant data center build-out in Temple, lasting a minimum of 1 year. * Various departments (telecom, security, communications) offer more growth opportunities. Work Environment: * Work at the data center in Temple, TX, on a 2-5 year project with plenty of growth opportunities. * Work schedule: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday, ramping up to 5 days a week, 10-hour shifts. * Dress code: Steel toe boots required. Must wear PPE on-site. Safety vest, gloves, and safety glasses will be provided. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 This is a fully onsite position in Temple,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.