ISP/OSP Technician

About the role

This Contract to Hire Data Center Technician position supports a large data center build out in Burlington, TX and is based out of Austin, TX. The role is a fully onsite, long‑term opportunity to install, test, and maintain fiber optic and structured cabling systems in a data center environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic and structured cabling systems (single-mode and multi-mode fiber) within data center environments, including rack-and-stack deployments, cable pathways, ladder racks, and fiber tray systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, cable schedules, and network diagrams while ensuring installations meet project timelines, quality standards, and client specifications.
• Utilize industry-standard testing equipment such as OTDRs, power meters, and VFLs to validate network performance, maintain accurate labeling, cable management, and document all installation and testing activities.
• Communicate project progress, issues, and status updates to project teams, while maintaining daily reports, test results, as-built documentation, and project closeout records.
• Follow OSHA and site-specific safety requirements by identifying potential hazards, utilizing proper PPE, and maintaining safe work practices at all times.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of prior IT related experience with previous Data Center/Cabling experience.
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and fiber optic technologies.
• Familiarity with environmental systems such as HVAC, electrical backup systems, and fire suppression systems.
• Low voltage experience is a big plus but not required.
• Prefer cabling experience (coax, fiber, cat5, cat6, punch downs, etc.) but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Pay

$28.00 per hour.

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)