Data Center Infrastructure Technician - Hands-On Cabling

E2 Optics; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

BICSI training facilities

Competitive pay

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

E2 Optics in Dallas, TX is seeking a Data Center Infrastructure Technician to support cabling, rack building, and basic fiber handling in world-class data centers, with hands-on exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure. You'll gain hands-on experience, earn industry certifications, and work under the guidance of senior technicians in a safe, collaborative environment that values safety and quality.

This role involves lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, and flexible shifts to meet project

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience testing equipment/cabling, building out racks/cabinets, terminating onto patch panels
• Basic understanding of RJ45 terminations and punch-downs
• Comfortable working with color-coded wiring
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and productivity
• Willing and able to workdays, nights, or weekends based on project needs
• Ability to work on ladders, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in confined spaces
• Ability to read, write, and understand English; bilingual is a plus
• OSHA 10 certification (required within first 2 weeks)

Responsibilities

• Pull, dress, and label cabling according to standards.
• Begin RJ45 terminations and patch panel terminations with guidance.
• Assist in labeling and cable identification.
• Learn and perform basic punch-downs for telecom blocks.
• Support cable testing using basic tools under supervision.
• Gain exposure to fiber cable dressing and basic handling.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Take direction from senior technicians and supervisors.

Skills

Safety awareness

RJ45 terminations

Punch-downs

Cable labeling

Cable testing

Reading and writing English

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fluke instruments

EXFO testers

Job description

E2 Optics in Dallas, TX is seeking a Data Center Infrastructure Technician to support cabling, rack building, and basic fiber handling in world-class data centers, with hands-on exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure. You'll gain hands-on experience, earn industry certifications, and work under the guidance of senior technicians in a safe, collaborative environment that values safety and quality.

This role involves lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, and flexible shifts to meet project