Data Center Technician: Flexible Hours & Cabling Pro

KCI, LLC; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI, LLC is seeking a Data Center Technician to join our client’s data center installation team in the United States. The role focuses on installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining low voltage cabling and networking infrastructure in a high-security data center environment.

Responsibilities include installing and testing cable systems, mounting routers/switches/patch panels in racks, performing cable management, and collaborating with engineers and electricians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications are a plus (e.g., BICSI, CompTIA Network+).
• Experience installing and maintaining low voltage cabling and networking equipment, preferably in data centers.
• Proficiency with cable testing tools and network equipment.
• Strong understanding of ANSI/TIA/EIA and BICSI standards; ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding environments; flexible hours including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test low voltage cabling (Cat5e/6/6A, fiber, coax) in data centers.
• Mount networking equipment like routers, switches, patch panels, and firewalls in server racks.
• Manage cables with labeling and patching per standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot low voltage and networking issues; perform tests to ensure performance.
• Coordinate with data center engineers, electricians, and teammates for installations and upgrades.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Maintain safety and security per data center protocols.
• Keep records of installations, updates, and repairs.
• Stay updated on industry trends related to low voltage and networking hardware.

Skills

Cable testing tools

Network equipment installation

Reading blueprints & wiring diagrams

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BICSI

CompTIA Network+

Tools

PDUs

Server racks

Structured cabling systems

Job description

KCI, LLC is seeking a Data Center Technician to join our client’s data center installation team in the United States. The role focuses on installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining low voltage cabling and networking infrastructure in a high-security data center environment.

Responsibilities include installing and testing cable systems, mounting routers/switches/patch panels in racks, performing cable management, and collaborating with engineers and electricians.