Data Center Cabinet Technician I - Hands-On Builder

Switch; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Switch is seeking a Production Technician I to support cabinet assembly and installation in data center facilities. You will follow procedures, use hand and power tools, and ensure safety and quality throughout the build process.

The role emphasizes indoor/outdoor work around active data centers and involves coordinating with the build team, maintaining tools, and following safety protocols to protect equipment and personnel.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical aptitude gained through work experience, technical training, or a skilled trade.
• Experience using powered and non-powered hand tools safely.
• Ability to take accurate dimensional measurements.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and schematics related to data center support equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including email and internal communication tools.
• Working knowledge of construction safety practices.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors and perform physical work that includes standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, carrying materials, and operating tools.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant production, facilities, construction, or mechanical maintenance experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and install cabinets based on project requirements.
• Support T-SCIF, RPP, perimeter cage, ladder rack, and related data center construction work.
• Measure, cut, assemble, and install materials using hand and power tools.
• Install cabinet and T-SCIF labeling.
• Fabricate and install heat containment panels, ceiling grid, ceiling tiles, magnets, and foam.
• Complete quality checks on assigned work and correct issues within your scope.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas during construction and installation.
• Track and maintain tools and supplies used by the cabinet build team.
• Safely operate approved equipment, including forklifts, boom lifts, power tools, and company vehicles when authorized.
• Help transport cabinets and materials using required procedures and equipment.
• Follow safety procedures when working around racks, cable, fiber, power, and other live data center infrastructure.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tool safety

Dimensional measurement

Blueprints & schematics

Basic computer skills

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training/experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Switch is seeking a Production Technician I to support cabinet assembly and installation in data center facilities. You will follow procedures, use hand and power tools, and ensure safety and quality throughout the build process.

The role emphasizes indoor/outdoor work around active data centers and involves coordinating with the build team, maintaining tools, and following safety protocols to protect equipment and personnel.