Data Center Redlining Technician (Cabling & Documentation)

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Archetype Infrastructure Solutions is looking for a Data Center Redlining Technician in Dallas, Texas. This role involves supporting cabling infrastructure projects by documenting field changes and updating technical drawings.

The ideal candidate will work closely with installation teams and engineering, ensuring accurate as-built documentation and identifying any discrepancies. Strong experience in structured cabling and fiber tracing is essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

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).
• Identify and correct labeling discrepancies.
• Work closely with field technicians and project managers.
• Capture field data using markup tools.

Skills

Structured cabling

Fiber tracing

Technical drawing interpretation

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Position Summary

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