Cable Technician - Data Center

TEKsystems; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Data Center Technician to support inside and outside plant operations at a Cheyenne, WY data center. The role focuses on planning, deployment, and maintenance of physical infrastructure, including cabling, racks, PDUs, and network gear.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with data center construction, fiber optics, and environmental systems, and can read blueprints and engineering docs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data center operations, preferably with both inside and outside plant infrastructure.
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and fiber optic technologies.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with environmental systems such as HVAC, electrical backup systems, and fire suppression systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain data center hardware, including servers, racks, network equipment, and PDUs.
• Manage cable infrastructure, including structured cabling and fiber optic systems, ensuring standards compliance.
• Conduct equipment troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with network and system engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware with the data center environment.
• Perform routine inspections to verify environmental and equipment health, including cooling systems and backup power solutions.

Skills

Data center

Cable

Fiber optic

Rack and stack

Cabling

Configuration

Education

LV-G Low voltage license

LV-C Low voltage license

Job description

Description

We are looking for Level 1 and Level 2 Technicians with both inside and outside plant experience, those who have cabled inside and worked with hardware are strongly encouraged to apply. The work is 60% inside plant and 40% outside fiber optic work at a large enterprise level data center.

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Center Technician to join our team. This position will play a pivotal role in the planning, deployment, and maintenance of infrastructure supporting both inside and outside plant operations for our cutting-edge data centers. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with physical infrastructure components and a strong understanding of data center construction, cabling, and environmental systems.

Key Responsibilities

Inside Plant Operations

• Install, configure, and maintain data center hardware, including servers, racks, network equipment, and power distribution units (PDUs).
• Manage cable infrastructure, including structured cabling and fiber optic systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct equipment troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with network and system engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware with the data center environment.
• Perform routine inspections to verify environmental and equipment health, including cooling systems and backup power solutions.

Outside Plant Operations

• Plan and oversee the installation of external infrastructure such as conduits, cables, poles, and related facilities.
• Ensure proper routing and termination of fiber optic and copper cables for connection between buildings or to external network providers.
• Inspect and maintain outside plant infrastructure to mitigate risks of damage and ensure long-term reliability.
• Work with external contractors and vendors to coordinate installation and repairs of outside plant components.
• Maintain detailed records of outside plant installations, including documentation of routes and system updates.

Skills

Data center, Cable, Fiber optic, rack and stack, cabling, stacking, configuration

Top Skills Details

Data center,Cable,Fiber optic

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Needs: Apprentice license: Low Voltage Technician licenses:

• LV-G Low voltage work for all categories under 90 volts listed below (4,000 Hours)
• LV-C Low voltage work for communication systems under 90 volts (500 Hours)

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in data center operations, preferably with both inside and outside plant infrastructure.
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and fiber optic technologies.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with environmental systems such as HVAC, electrical backup systems, and fire suppression systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cheyenne, WY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cheyenne,WY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.