Cable Technician- Data Center

CBRE; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE in the United States is seeking an experienced Cable Technician to decommission, install, and troubleshoot data center cabling infrastructure. You will work with Cat5/Cat6 cabling, fiber optics, patch panels, and test equipment to ensure reliability in fast-paced environments.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with stakeholders, and uphold safety and industry standards while maintaining data center cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Requires experience with data center cabling environments.
• Proficient in Cat5/Cat6 cabling and fiber optics.
• Familiar with testing equipment and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Decommission and install data center cabling infrastructure.
• Deliver repeatable solutions and drive process improvement.
• Provide structured project updates to stakeholders.
• Maintain data center cleanliness and high-quality workmanship.
• Follow safety, codes, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to remove project obstacles.
• Read blueprints and redline technical documents.
• Understand data center infrastructure technologies.
• 3+ years in Cat5/Cat6 cabling.
• 3+ years' experience with network cabling, optics, and test tools.
• 3+ years wiring connectivity troubleshooting (patch panels).

Skills

Cat5/Cat6 cabling

Fiber optics

Network testing

Blueprints & documentation

Data center environment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

VFL

OTDR

Power meters

Fluke Versiv 5000

Job description

Cable Technician

Experienced Cable Technician with expertise in decommissioning, installing, and troubleshooting network cabling infrastructure in data center environments. Skilled in working with Cat5/Cat6 cabling, fiber optics, patch panels, and test equipment including VFL, OTDR, power meters, and Fluke Versiv 5000. Proficient in interpreting blueprints, redlines, and technical documentation while ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety requirements, and quality processes. Strong ability to collaborate with stakeholders, provide project updates, maintain data center cleanliness, and deliver reliable, high-quality solutions in fast-paced technical environments.

What You Will Do

• 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.
• Reading and comprehending blueprints and building documentation/redline work.
• Broad understanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies
• 4 + years In-depth knowledge of Cat 5, Cat 6
• 3 +years of in-depth knowledge of network cabling, optic types, and test equipment, such as VFL, power meter, Fluke Versive 5000 and OTDR
• 3+ years' experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies
• 3+ years' experience troubleshooting cabling infrastructure connectivity issues, including patch panels and patch cords.

What You Will Need

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must have experience working in data centers, telco, IT operations, or related technical field.
• Any server, OS, Network, or data center certification (including in-progress) are a plus.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Must be a professional, accurate, urgent and provide quality.
• Ability to work alone or in teams with minimal instruction.

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 our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).