Data Center Network Technician I

Switch; Lithia Springs, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Switch is hiring a Network Infrastructure Technician I to support daily operation and reliability of data center network infrastructure. You will handle hands-on installation, testing, and troubleshooting of structured cabling and related hardware following defined procedures and safety standards.

You will install, terminate, label, and maintain copper, fiber, and coax cabling; build cable support systems; install and replace field-replaceable units; document results in ticketing systems; and

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in telecom, data center operations, or IT support.
• Working knowledge of CAT 3, CAT 5, and CAT 6 cabling, plus single‑ and multi‑mode fiber.
• Basic understanding of ANSI and TIA/EIA cabling standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot layer 1 connectivity and basic hardware issues.
• Experience using ticketing systems to track and document work.
• Willingness to work scheduled shifts in a 24/7 operating environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, label, and maintain copper, fiber, and coax cabling, including patch panels and cable management.
• Build and modify cable support systems such as ladder rack, tray, J-hooks, and related hardware.
• Install and replace field‑replaceable units such as drives, memory, optics, and power components.
• Perform basic hardware setup and access using terminal tools.
• Test cabling using standard tools and document results.
• Create and maintain design layout records for completed work.
• Respond to routine alerts and issues, escalate when needed, and document all actions in ticketing systems.
• Escort vendors and on‑site customer activities as required.

Skills

Telecom/DC ops

Tech troubleshooting

Ticketing systems

Communication skills

CompTIA A+

Network+

Security+

Tools

PuTTY/SSH

Job description

Switch is hiring a Network Infrastructure Technician I to support daily operation and reliability of data center network infrastructure. You will handle hands-on installation, testing, and troubleshooting of structured cabling and related hardware following defined procedures and safety standards.

You will install, terminate, label, and maintain copper, fiber, and coax cabling; build cable support systems; install and replace field-replaceable units; document results in ticketing systems; and