Cable Technician - Data Center

About the Role

We are looking for Level 1 and Level 2 Technicians with both inside and outside plant experience. The work is 60% inside plant and 40% outside fiber optic work at a large enterprise-level data center. This position will play a pivotal role in the planning, deployment, and maintenance of infrastructure supporting both inside and outside plant operations for cutting-edge data centers.

Responsibilities

Inside Plant Operations

• Install, configure, and maintain data center hardware, including servers, racks, network equipment, and power distribution units (PDUs).
• Manage cable infrastructure, including structured cabling and fiber optic systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct equipment troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with network and system engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware with the data center environment.
• Perform routine inspections to verify environmental and equipment health, including cooling systems and backup power solutions.

Outside Plant Operations

• Plan and oversee the installation of external infrastructure such as conduits, cables, poles, and related facilities.
• Ensure proper routing and termination of fiber optic and copper cables for connection between buildings or to external network providers.
• Inspect and maintain outside plant infrastructure to mitigate risks of damage and ensure long-term reliability.
• Work with external contractors and vendors to coordinate installation and repairs of outside plant components.
• Maintain detailed records of outside plant installations, including documentation of routes and system updates.

Skills

• Data center operations
• Cable and fiber optic installation and maintenance
• Rack and stack hardware deployment
• Structured cabling and configuration

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data center operations, preferably with both inside and outside plant infrastructure.
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and fiber optic technologies.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with environmental systems such as HVAC, electrical backup systems, and fire suppression systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors.

Required licenses:

• Apprentice license
• Low Voltage Technician licenses:
  • LV-G: Low voltage work for all categories under 90 volts (4,000 Hours)
  • LV-C: Low voltage work for communication systems under 90 volts (500 Hours)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite, Contract to Hire position based in Cheyenne, WY.