Data Center Cable Technician – Fiber & Copper Installations

Zachary Piper Solutions; Red Oak, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cable Technician to support a major data center construction and connectivity initiative in Red Oak, Texas. This onsite role focuses on cabling installation, termination, testing, and ensuring connectivity to required standards.

The ideal candidate will handle 12-hour shifts, operate hand and power tools, and read technical drawings while maintaining safety and efficiency in a fast-paced construction environment. Expect full benefits and stable, onsite work.

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 cable pulling, structured cabling, fiber optics, or telecom infrastructure is a plus.

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.
• Use cable testing equipment to validate installations and read project drawings and rack elevations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical labor

Cable termination

Tools experience

Reading drawings

Tools

Cable testing equipment

Fluke tools

Fiber testing tools

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cable Technician to support a major data center construction and connectivity initiative in Red Oak, Texas. This onsite role focuses on cabling installation, termination, testing, and ensuring connectivity to required standards.

The ideal candidate will handle 12-hour shifts, operate hand and power tools, and read technical drawings while maintaining safety and efficiency in a fast-paced construction environment. Expect full benefits and stable, onsite work.