Data Center Redlining Technician (Cabling & Documentation)

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Data Center Redlining Technician to support cabling infrastructure projects in Austin, Texas. The role involves documenting field changes and updating drawing markups to ensure accurate as-built documentation.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in structured cabling and fiber tracing, with the ability to interpret technical drawings. Key responsibilities include redlining data center drawings, documenting connectivity, and collaborating closely with installation teams and engineering.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in structured cabling, fiber tracing, and rack/patch panel environments.
• Ability to interpret and update technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform redlining of data center drawings including rack elevations and floor layouts.
• Trace and document A-to-B cable connectivity (fiber and copper).
• Update patch panel port assignments, switch connections, and rack/unit positions.
• Identify and correct labeling discrepancies and missing cabling.
• Mark adds, moves, and changes (MAC work) clearly on drawings.
• Capture field data using markup tools, spreadsheets, and cable schedules.
• Provide clean, organized redlines for as-built conversion.

Skills

Structured cabling

Fiber tracing

Rack/patch panel environments

Tools

Markup tools (e.g., Bluebeam Revu)

Spreadsheets

Cable schedules

Job description

We are seeking a Data Center Redlining Technician to support cabling infrastructure projects by accurately documenting field changes and updating drawing markups (“redlines”). This role bridges the gap between installation teams and engineering, ensuring all cabling, rack, and pathway changes are captured and ready for as‑built documentation.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in structured cabling, fiber tracing, and rack/patch panel environments, along with the ability to interpret and update technical drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform redlining of data center drawings including:
  • Rack elevations
  • Floor layouts
  • Cable pathways (ladder rack, tray, conduit)
• Trace and document A-to-B cable connectivity (fiber and copper)
• Update:
  • Patch panel port assignments
  • Switch connections
  • Rack/unit (U) positions
• Identify and correct:
  • Labeling discrepancies
  • Missing or undocumented cabling
• Mark adds, moves, and changes (MAC work) clearly on drawings
• Work closely with:
  • Field technicians
  • Project managers
  • Engineering/CAD teams
• Capture field data using:
  • Markup tools (e.g., Bluebeam Revu)
  • Spreadsheets and cable schedules
• Provide clean, organized redlines for as‑built conversion