Data Center Network Technician I - Hands-On, Growth Ready

Switch; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Benefits Package

Flexibility & Remote Opportunities

Career Stability & Growth

Job summary

Switch is seeking a Network Infrastructure Technician I to support the data center network operations in our Reno facility. You will perform hands-on installation, testing and troubleshooting of structured cabling, ensuring reliable, documented environments.

You'll work with copper, fiber and coax cabling, participate in safety practices, and collaborate with vendors and internal teams to uphold uptime in a 24/7 setting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in telecom, data center operations, or IT support.
• Working knowledge of CAT 3/5/6 cabling and fiber types.
• 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, follow escalation procedures when needed, and document all actions in ticketing systems.
• Escort vendors and on-site customer activities as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Documentation & ticketing

Safety procedures

Cable testing

Education

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

Tools

PuTTY

SSH

Ticketing systems

Job description

Switch is seeking a Network Infrastructure Technician I to support the data center network operations in our Reno facility. You will perform hands-on installation, testing and troubleshooting of structured cabling, ensuring reliable, documented environments.

You'll work with copper, fiber and coax cabling, participate in safety practices, and collaborate with vendors and internal teams to uphold uptime in a 24/7 setting.