Data Center Technician

Location: Brownsville, TX | Contract position

About the role

Whether you're an entry-level cable technician looking to break into the data center industry or an experienced data center professional looking for your next project, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure build in Brownsville, TX. We are hiring technicians of all skill levels to support the installation and deployment of structured cabling, fiber optic infrastructure, and network equipment inside a major data center environment. Training and mentorship will be available, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable experience in one of the fastest-growing sectors of technology. If you have experience in low voltage, telecommunications, electrical work, structured cabling, fiber optics, construction, or data center environments, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Install, route, dress, and terminate low-voltage and structured cabling systems
• Perform rack-and-stack activities for network and server equipment
• Install copper and fiber optic cabling within the data center environment
• Label, test, and troubleshoot cabling infrastructure
• Utilize punch-down and termination tools to complete installations
• Read and follow installation drawings and cable schedules
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while adhering to all site safety requirements
• Collaborate with project teams to meet construction and deployment deadlines
• Support ongoing data center operations and infrastructure deployment activities

Qualifications

• Previous experience with low-voltage, structured cabling, telecommunications, construction, or data center installations preferred
• Experience pulling, terminating, and testing Cat5e, Cat6, coax, or fiber cabling is a plus
• Familiarity with rack-and-stack procedures is preferred
• Must own basic hand tools, including punch-down and termination tools
• Willingness to work overtime as required
• Ability to pass a background screening

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 Certification
• Scissor Lift Certification
• Previous data center construction or commissioning experience
• Experience working in mission-critical environments
• Fiber optic termination and testing experience

Skills

• Data Center Operations
• Structured Cabling
• Low Voltage Installation
• Rack & Stack
• Cat5e / Cat6 Cabling
• Fiber Optics
• Cable Terminations
• Punch Down
• Cable Testing & Troubleshooting
• Infrastructure Installation

Pay

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• 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)

Schedule

Day & Night Shifts Available. Overtime Available Weekly.