Data Center Cable Technician - Entry Level

TEKsystems; Fairfax (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

TEKsystems is hiring an entry-level Data Center Technician in Fairfax, IA. This hands-on role focuses on building and maintaining data center infrastructure, including cable installation and routing on active construction sites.

You will gain experience with fiber optics, structured cabling, and data center systems while advancing toward senior technician roles. The position offers a day shift with onsite work and opportunities for internal career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, telecom, or another hands-on trade.
• Familiarity with hand tools.
• Experience pulling cable, installing cable trays, fiber, Cat5, or Cat6 preferred.
• Reliable, coachable, and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working at heights and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Pull and route copper and fiber optic cable
• Install cable trays, J-hooks, and support systems
• Perform cable dressing, labeling, and basic terminations
• Build and organize telecom closets, racks, and patch panels
• Follow blueprints and project drawings
• Use hand tools safely and effectively
• Maintain a safe and professional work environment

Skills

Construction experience

Telecom experience

Hands-on trade experience

Familiarity with hand tools

Experience pulling cable

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

TEKsystems is hiring an entry-level Data Center Technician in Fairfax, IA. This hands-on role focuses on building and maintaining data center infrastructure, including cable installation and routing on active construction sites.

You will gain experience with fiber optics, structured cabling, and data center systems while advancing toward senior technician roles. The position offers a day shift with onsite work and opportunities for internal career growth.