Data Center Technician
Data Center Technician
*Company:* TechPlus Solutions
*Job Type:* Full-time
*Experience Required:* *2+ years*
Join Our Team
TechPlus Solutions is seeking an experienced *Data Center Technician* with *2+ years of hands-on experience* supporting data center operations, structured cabling, and IT infrastructure. We're looking for a dependable professional who takes pride in quality work, follows industry best practices, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
* Install, route, and label copper and fiber optic cabling within data center environments.
* Rack, stack, and mount servers, switches, routers, and other network equipment.
* Install cable management systems and maintain organized rack layouts.
* Terminate, test, certify, and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling.
* Perform equipment installations, decommissions, upgrades, and hardware replacements.
* Install and connect PDUs, patch panels, and network infrastructure.
* Troubleshoot hardware, cabling, and connectivity issues.
* Document installations, cable routes, asset information, and inventory.
* Follow data center standards, security policies, and change management procedures.
* Maintain clean and organized work areas while adhering to all safety requirements.
* Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and customer teams to complete projects on schedule.
Qualifications
* *2+ years* of experience working in a data center or enterprise IT environment.
* Experience with structured cabling, including Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic installations.
* Experience racking and stacking servers, switches, routers, and storage equipment.
* Ability to terminate, test, and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling.
* Familiarity with patch panels, cable management, and rack layouts.
* Basic networking knowledge, including IP addressing and network connectivity.
* Experience using cable testers and fiber testing equipment is preferred.
* Ability to read rack elevations, network diagrams, and installation documentation.
* Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
* Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on ladders or in confined spaces as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience working in enterprise or hyperscale data centers.
* Knowledge of BICSI standards and structured cabling best practices.
* Experience with fiber optic splicing or testing is a plus.
* Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or BICSI Installer are a plus.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
* On-the-job training
Work Location: In person