Data Center Lead Technician: Field Operations & Cabling

Instrata; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Instrata is seeking a Data Center Lead Technician to supervise field teams in installation, maintenance, and operation of data center infrastructure. You will coordinate with project managers, engineers, and superintendents to deliver safe, reliable, mission-critical environments.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of cabling, fiber optics, power and cooling, and a commitment to safety and quality on fast-paced projects.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years in data center or critical infrastructure environments.
• Experience with fiber and copper testing equipment preferred.
• Industry certifications such as BICSI Installer or OSHA 10/30 are a plus.
• Familiarity reading construction drawings and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations for a team of data center technicians, ensuring work is safe, efficient, and to specification.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide technical guidance.
• Install, terminate, and test structured cabling, fiber optics, and low‑voltage systems.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and superintendents for task prioritization and updates.
• Mentor junior technicians and document test results and material used.
• Ensure all work complies with OSHA, safety and quality standards.

Skills

Structured cabling

Fiber optics

Power & cooling

Reading drawings

Leadership

Safety compliance

Testing equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fluke

EXFO

OTDRs

Job description

Instrata is seeking a Data Center Lead Technician to supervise field teams in installation, maintenance, and operation of data center infrastructure. You will coordinate with project managers, engineers, and superintendents to deliver safe, reliable, mission-critical environments.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of cabling, fiber optics, power and cooling, and a commitment to safety and quality on fast-paced projects.