Data Center Installation Technician / Level 1 / Red Oak, Texas

About the Role

This is a hands-on opportunity supporting data center construction and deployment, with a strong focus on fiber optic and copper cabling installation. The standout feature is the opportunity to work directly with structured cabling infrastructure in an active data center environment, including cable pulling, routing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, dress, and secure fiber optic and copper cabling
• Install cabling through ladder rack, cable tray, conduit, innerduct, and other approved pathways
• Port and connect fiber optic cabling while ensuring proper routing and polarity
• Terminate copper cabling, including jacks, patch panels, and connectors
• Test fiber and copper cabling using Fluke, VIAVI, EXFO, or similar test equipment
• Troubleshoot cabling and connectivity issues, including fiber loss, failed terminations, and polarity issues
• Read and follow construction drawings, cable schedules, and work instructions
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all site-specific safety, PPE, security, and quality requirements
• Work effectively in an active construction environment while meeting established production and quality expectations

Required Skills & Experience

• Previous experience with structured cabling, telecommunications, fiber optics, or data center construction
• Experience pulling and installing fiber optic and copper cabling
• Experience terminating copper cabling, including jacks, patch panels, and connectors
• Ability to test and troubleshoot fiber and copper cabling
• Ability to read and follow construction drawings, cable schedules, and work instructions
• Ability to work safely in an active construction environment
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including day or night shifts
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience using Fluke, VIAVI, EXFO, or similar testing equipment

Tech Breakdown

• Fiber Optic Cabling
• Copper Cabling
• Structured Cabling
• Cable Tray / Ladder Rack
• Conduit / Innerduct
• Copper Termination
• Fiber Testing (Fluke / VIAVI / EXFO)
• Fiber Troubleshooting
• Data Center Construction

Posted By: Henrik Centerham