Data Center Cabling Specialist (Fiber & Copper)

TEK Systems; Berwick (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

TEKsystems in Berwick, PA is seeking a Data Center Cable Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot and document structured cabling within data center environments. This onsite contract role supports network infrastructure per industry standards.

You will install copper and fiber cabling, route through trays and underfloor pathways, install network hardware, perform testing, read diagrams, and maintain accurate documentation. OSHA certification and BICSI credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• BICSI Certification required or preferred.
• Fiber optic termination and testing experience.
• Experience in enterprise or hyperscale data centers.
• Experience installing/terminating Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A and fiber.
• Knowledge of TIA/EIA, BICSI standards preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings, cable schedules and network docs.
• Experience with cable testing and certification equipment.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools and cabling installation equipment.
• Understanding of basic networking concepts and hardware.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, and label copper and fiber optic cabling in data center environments.
• Route and manage network cabling through trays, ladders, conduits, and underfloor pathways.
• Install and support network hardware including switches, routers, servers, patch panels, and cabinets.
• Perform cable testing, certification, and troubleshooting using industry-standard testing tools.
• Read and interpret network diagrams, rack elevations, floor plans, and cabling schematics.
• Maintain accurate documentation of cable installations, labeling, and infrastructure changes.
• Conduct moves, adds, and changes across data center environments.
• Ensure compliance with customer standards, industry best practices, and safety regulations.
• Assist with equipment rack and stack activities, including mounting and cable dressing.
• Respond to service requests, incidents, and infrastructure support tickets.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas within critical facility environments.

Skills

BICSI Certification

Fiber termination

Data center experience

Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A

Structured cabling standards

Reading diagrams

Testing equipment

Hand and power tools

Networking basics

OSHA certification

Tools

Cable testing equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

TEKsystems in Berwick, PA is seeking a Data Center Cable Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot and document structured cabling within data center environments. This onsite contract role supports network infrastructure per industry standards.

You will install copper and fiber cabling, route through trays and underfloor pathways, install network hardware, perform testing, read diagrams, and maintain accurate documentation. OSHA certification and BICSI credentials are preferred.