Data Center Cable Technician
Location: Ashburn, VA • Contract-to-Hire • Day Shift
About the role
We are seeking motivated Data Center Cable Technicians to support construction and infrastructure projects within a large-scale data center environment. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in construction, telecommunications, low voltage, electrical work, fiber installation, warehouse operations, or other hands-on trades who are looking to build a long-term career in the data center industry. Technicians will assist with cable installation, infrastructure buildouts, equipment staging, and supporting ongoing expansion projects within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
- Install, route, label, and dress fiber optic and copper cabling.
- Pull cable through overhead pathways, ladder racks, and underfloor systems.
- Assist with rack and cabinet installations.
- Support equipment staging and material movement throughout the facility.
- Read and follow cable routing plans and installation instructions.
- Maintain proper cable management and organization standards.
- Perform quality inspections of completed work.
- Utilize hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Follow all site safety requirements and PPE guidelines.
- Work closely with project teams to meet installation deadlines.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience in construction, telecommunications, electrical work, warehouse operations, manufacturing, automotive work, military service, or other hands-on environments.
- Comfortable working with basic hand and power tools.
- Ability to follow directions and learn technical processes.
- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
- Ability to work effectively on a team and in a physically demanding environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience pulling fiber or copper cable.
- Low voltage or telecommunications experience.
- Experience on commercial construction projects.
- OSHA 10 certification.
- Experience reading blueprints, floor plans, or construction drawings.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb ladders throughout the shift.
- Comfortable working in active construction and data center environments.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the day.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Benefits
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on 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:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
- 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)
Schedule
Day Shift • Fully onsite in Ashburn, VA