Data Center Field Technician: Cabling, Rack & Turn‑Up

Gtatelecom; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. You will install and maintain servers, networking gear, and copper/fiber cabling, performing rack-and-stack and provisioning tasks in a physically active data center setting.

You will work with experienced teams, follow engineering documents and safety standards, and take ownership of assigned work while delivering quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecommunications, field services, or IT infrastructure support.
• Hands-on experience with rack-and-stack activities, equipment installation, and data center infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of servers, networking equipment, racks, power distribution systems, and structured cabling.
• Experience working with both copper and fiber cabling.
• Basic understanding of optical networking and fiber testing/verification.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, installation documentation, and Methods of Procedure (MOPs).
• Experience performing equipment installation, cabling, testing, and provisioning with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a physically active data center environment.

Responsibilities

• Install and deploy servers, network devices, and data center infrastructure.
• Perform rack-and-stack activities according to engineering designs and installation documentation.
• Install, route, terminate, label, and dress copper and fiber cabling.
• Install rack PDUs and connect equipment to designated power sources.
• Perform equipment provisioning and hardware component installation.
• Establish and verify OOB management connections.
• Perform basic continuity testing, fiber verification, and equipment turn-up procedures.
• Execute MACD activities and standard FRU replacements.
• Maintain installation records, test results, inventory information, and as-built documentation.
• Identify and escalate design concerns, operational issues, and safety risks.
• Collaborate with technicians, project teams, vendors, and customers while independently managing assigned tasks.
• Follow all applicable data center safety, installation, and quality standards.

Skills

Data center operations

Rack‑and‑stack

Structured cabling

Copper and fiber cabling

Power distribution

OOB management

MACD activities

FRU replacements

Safety awareness

Job description

Kelly is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. You will install and maintain servers, networking gear, and copper/fiber cabling, performing rack-and-stack and provisioning tasks in a physically active data center setting.

You will work with experienced teams, follow engineering documents and safety standards, and take ownership of assigned work while delivering quality and reliability.