Data Center Technician

TEKsystems; Fairfax (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Data Center Technician in Fairfax, IA to assemble, install and troubleshoot data center networks. You will work long hours, including weekends, with on-site duties in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities include setting up racks, installing cabling (fiber/copper), performing splice work, reading drawings, and maintaining safety on a dynamic data center site. Some on-call shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of copper, fiber or conduit cabling.
• Ability to read utility locates and job plans.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware, servers and components.
• Basic MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours incl weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Install utilities with hand tools per project specs.
• Perform pull-backs for conduit, pipe, or cable installation.
• Read utility locates and construction drawings.
• Safely identify and avoid existing utilities.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site.
• Complete daily safety documentation.
• Install, maintain, and repair telecom infrastructure.
• Place fiber and copper; assist testing and troubleshooting.
• Support on-call rotations and outages when required.
• Prepare startup/shutdown procedures and set up equipment.

Skills

Cabling knowledge

Read locates & plans

Valid driver's license

Outdoor weather tolerance

Safety focus

Basic computer hardware

MS Office basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN

FAIRFAX, IOWA

• Data Center
• Structured Cabling
• Networking
• Telecommunications
• Servers
• General Labor
• Hand Tools
• Low Voltage
• Copper
• Fiber
• Construction
• Indoor/Outdoor
• Safety

Job Summary

Be part of cloud computing growth in the Midwest! The DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN will support the growth of a global leader in Network Technology. The DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN will build, install and troubleshoot data center networks. Together, the DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN is a good fit for aspiring IT, Network, Technician and Low Voltage professionals, as well as recent graduates ready to work a physical IT position. The DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN will work 6-7 days per week, and at times work 50-80 hours per week. Applicants should be ready to work long days and weeks, even during holiday time.

DUTIES

• Operate hand tools to install utilities according to project specifications.
• Perform pull‑backs for conduit, pipe, or cable installation.
• Understand bend radius and handle conduit.
• Read and interpret utility locates, bore profiles, and construction drawings.
• Safely identify and avoid existing utilities.
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site.
• Complete daily production and safety documentation.
• Follow all company, OSHA, and site‑specific safety policies.
• Perform job site setup and cleanup, including loading and unloading tools, materials, and equipment.
• Install, maintain, and repair underground and aerial telecommunications infrastructure.
• Perform fiber optic and copper cable placement, splicing support, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Inspect outside plant facilities for damage, defects, or potential service interruptions.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to outages or emergency situations when required.
• Prepare stage, set up, and perform startups and shutdowns (e.g., racks, hard drives, switches).
• Set up equipment properly according to safety protocols, deployment standards, and planned Network Design Tasks (NDTs).
• Perform post-execution quality checks and verify grounding, staging, labeling, and cabling.
• Decommission hardware for simple changes and refresh (e.g., memory upgrades, OS rebuilds) following standard procedures with minimal guidance.
• Work overnights in a data center setting, as requested.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Data Center / Structure Cabling
• Indoor/ Outdoor
• Physical labor including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
• Pulling cable underground and above head
• Some Bucket Lift work
• Crew & Team of 3-5
• Overtime
• Break/Fix
• Deployment
• Telecommunications
• IT Networking

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cabling to include copper, fiber or conduit
• Ability to read utility locates and job plans
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Required: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Required: Basic knowledge of computer hardware, servers, and components.
• Required: Basic understanding of how to use Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Required: Flexibility to work non-standard business hours that may include weekends and/or holidays.

SHIFT & SCHEDULE

• 1st Shift: 6am-6pm
• 3rd Shift: 6pm-6am
• Frontside Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday
• Backside Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday
• Overtime during peak season

INTERVIEWS & START DATE

• Interviews: September 28-October 9
• Interviews are in-person in Mount Pleasant, Iowa
• One and done interview
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Must submit resumes by Friday, September 25

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fairfax, IA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&DD for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fairfax,IA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.

Equal Opportunity & Employment Policies

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.