Union Data Center Technician

About the role

We are looking for a highly energetic, results-oriented, passionate, and hands-on team member with a desire to join a growing team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, adaptable with attention to detail, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Installation/decommissioning of network and cabling infrastructure in a Data Center environment.
• Deliver sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes, always with an eye on improvement.
• Provide structured feedback on project progress to stakeholders.
• Exhibit quality workmanship on all work and maintain Data Center cleanliness.
• Follow all production, safety, and quality standards, codes, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to remove project obstacles.
• Read and comprehend blueprints and building documentation/redline work.
• Perform 4-pair continuity testing.
• Pull all types of low-voltage cable including copper telecom cable.
• Perform all types of copper field terminations.
• Install ladder racking and seismic bracing.
• Patch network equipment.
• Read and understand port maps/matrices.
• Read and understand job floor plans and telecommunications (TC) drawings.
• Perform field terminations and labeling.
• Install copper and fiber cabling and labeling.
• Affix labels to cabling and power cords.
• Affix barcoding to equipment.
• Affix free printed labels.
• Cut and install threaded rod.
• Cut and install Uni-strut.
• Cut and install fiber trough.
• Create/test bonding whips, straps, and connections.
• Understand the basics of "FIM" and operate a scanner.
• Install and test coax cabling (series 6 & 11).
• Install OSP cables through conduits and maintenance holes.
• Install pull strings through conduits, in ceilings.
• Install ISP cables through conduits, in ceilings.
• Install box eliminators (mud rings) in drywall.
• Install/maintain firestopping.
• Understand and use fiber types (SM/MM/Ribbon).
• Install and service network equipment.
• Install ISP/OSP into cable enclosures (OSE).

Requirements

• Knowledge and use of basic telecom hand tools.
• Understanding of customer service.
• Clear understanding of job safety requirements.
• Familiarity with wiring schemes and wiring tests.
• Broad understanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies.
• Reports to Operations Manager and takes daily directions from Technician, Technician II, Lead Technicians, Senior Technicians, and Advanced Senior Technicians.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on shared values — respect, integrity, service, and excellence — and we value diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skillsets.

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.