Data Center Technician

EOS IT Solutions; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

EOS IT Solutions in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Data Center Technician - Field Operations to install, service, and maintain low voltage cabling in our data centers. You will rack and stack equipment, test cables, and ensure clean, compliant installations while following safety and quality standards.

The role requires an associate degree or tech certification and familiarity with standards such as BICSI and TIA.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or tech certification or equivalent work experience.
• Experience installing, servicing, and maintaining low voltage cabling systems.
• Ability to install, terminate, and test low voltage cables.
• Familiarity with industry standards including BICSI, ANSI, EIA/TIA.
• Valid driver's license and ability to safely drive company vehicles.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain low voltage cabling.
• Rack and stack equipment in data centers.
• Follow MOP/CMOP guidelines and document work.
• Operate ticket systems and validate port maps.
• Respond to emergencies and meet SLAs.
• Coordinate with team for on-time completion.
• Maintain equipment and supplies inventory.
• Perform service swaps of live networking devices.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Communication skills

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or certification in technology services/technical discipline

BICSI TECH or Corning TS-LAN500 certification

Tools

Low voltage cabling equipment

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

EOS IT Solutions is a Global Technology and Logistics company, providing Collaboration and Business IT Support services to some of the world’s largest industry leaders, delivering forward-thinking solutions based on multi-domain architecture. Customer satisfaction and commitment to superior quality of service are our top business priorities, along with investing in and supporting our partners and employees.
We are a true International IT provider and are proud to deliver our services through global simplicity with trusted transparency.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

We are seeking a dedicated Data Center Technician - Field Operations to join our infrastructure engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, service, maintenance, repair, and alteration of low voltage category cabling, communications cabling, and other various low voltage cabling systems. While expertise in fiber is preferred, the primary focus of this position will be on racking and stacking equipment in data centers, ensuring proper installation and physical connectivity. The role includes delivering sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes always with an eye on improvement and adhering to production, safety, and quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install, service, and maintain low voltage category cabling and communications cabling.
• Pull cables, rack and stack equipment, and assist with cable management tasks within the infrastructure.
• Clean fiber and copper connections and perform basic troubleshooting such as terminating CAT5/6 cables, etc.
• Follow Method of Procedure (MOP) and Change Method of Procedure (CMOP) guidelines.
• Operate work ticket systems and interfaces for infrastructure management.
• Read and validate port maps, and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Conduct power distribution and cable management tasks within the infrastructure.
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure efficient project and work order completion.
• Follow company procedures and safety regulations, providing necessary information to operations management.
• Complete necessary documentation in written and electronic formats according to company standards.
• Maintain equipment and supplies inventory as required.
• Respond to emergency situations during or after hours to resolve immediate client concerns and meet service level agreements (SLAs).
• Escalate complex technical issues to senior team members as needed.
• Conduct Service Swaps of live networking devices.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Associate degree or certification in a technology services/technical discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in installing, servicing, and maintaining low voltage cable infrastructure systems.
• Ability to install, terminate, and test low voltage cables.
• Familiarity with industry standards including BICSI, ANSI, EIA/TIA, and local and National Electric Code.
• Industry and manufacturer-specific certifications preferred (e.g., BICSI TECH, Corning TS-LAN500).
• Strong customer/client service orientation with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to safely drive company vehicles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and more than 20 inches, and ability to adjust focus.
• Three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships.
• Ability to identify colors and give and receive information through speaking and listening skills.
• Regular requirements to sit, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequent need to stand and walk; occasional need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend

The EOS pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data, or other laws.

EOS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We invite you to consider opportunities at EOS regardless of your gender; gender identity; gender reassignment; age; religious or similar philosophical belief; race; national origin; political opinion; sexual orientation; disability; marital or civil partnership status or other non-merit factor.

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