Data Center Cable & Fiber Tech – Onsite 12-Hour Shifts

Zachary Piper Solutions; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cable Technician to support a leading provider of data center infrastructure and telecommunications services. This onsite role is based in Chantilly, VA and involves working on a large-scale data center construction and connectivity initiative for a rapidly expanding enterprise technology environment.

This role does not require a formal interview. Responsibilities for the Cable Technician include installing, terminating, testing, and documenting cabling,

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new technical skills quickly.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, or mechanical equipment in a professional setting.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, climbing, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Knowledge of cabling, fiber optics, or telecommunications infrastructure is preferred.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days per week, on day or night schedules.
• Ability to pass a 10-panel drug screening, random drug testing, and standard background check.

Responsibilities

• Install, route, and secure copper and fiber optic cabling throughout data center facilities.
• Terminate copper cabling, punch down jacks, and complete cable dressing and organization.
• Port pre-terminated fiber connections and verify connectivity standards are met.
• Utilize cable testing equipment, including Fluke and fiber testing tools, to validate installations.
• Read and interpret project drawings, cable schedules, and rack elevation sheets.
• Maintain safe work practices while supporting 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced construction environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Read drawings

12-hour shifts

Drug screening

Tools

Fluke tester

Fiber testing tools

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cable Technician to support a leading provider of data center infrastructure and telecommunications services. This onsite role is based in Chantilly, VA and involves working on a large-scale data center construction and connectivity initiative for a rapidly expanding enterprise technology environment.

This role does not require a formal interview. Responsibilities for the Cable Technician include installing, terminating, testing, and documenting cabling,