Data Center Technician — Cabling, Rack & Deployment

Ericsson; Waite Park (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support the installation, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure within hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. This role is ideal for technicians with experience in data center operations, telecommunications, structured cabling, or IT infrastructure who are ready to work independently on standard deployment and operational tasks.

You will perform rack-and-stack activities, structured cabling installations, equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical certification, vocational training, or equivalent experience required.
• 1+ years of experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecommunications, field services, or IT infrastructure support.
• Working knowledge of data center hardware, racks, servers, networking equipment, power distribution systems, and structured cabling.
• Understanding of copper and fiber cabling practices, basic optical networking concepts, and installation standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, installation documentation, and methods of procedure (MOPs).
• Experience performing rack-and-stack, cabling, testing, and equipment installation activities with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, project teams, vendors, and customers while managing assigned work independently.

Responsibilities

• Execute rack-and-stack activities, structured cabling installations, equipment provisioning, testing, and operational support.
• Ensure work is performed safely, accurately, and in accordance with Ericsson and customer standards.

Skills

Diploma or cert

1+ yrs data center ops

Data center hardware

Copper & fiber cabling

Read engineering drawings & MOPs

Rack-and-stack experience

Detail-oriented & safety

Team collaboration

Job description

Ericsson is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support the installation, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure within hyperscale and enterprise data center environments. This role is ideal for technicians with experience in data center operations, telecommunications, structured cabling, or IT infrastructure who are ready to work independently on standard deployment and operational tasks.

You will perform rack-and-stack activities, structured cabling installations, equipment