Data Center Technician: Hands-on Fiber & Cabling, Path to Lead

Talentify; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Talentify seeks motivated Data Center Technicians to support installation, testing, and maintenance of structured cabling and fiber on commercial and government projects. Open to entry-level candidates with 0 years of direct data center experience, especially those from skilled trades or construction transitioning into tech roles.

Roles involve hands-on fiber and copper work with opportunities to develop leadership skills, coordinate teams, and grow into Lead positions in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 0+ years of experience; construction or skilled trades background encouraged.
• Willingness to learn structured cabling, fiber installation, and data center operations.
• Ability to follow instructions, read diagrams, and learn blueprint interpretation.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cable infrastructure and fiber rough-in installation.
• Perform cable management, including dressing and labeling.
• Support termination of copper (Cat 5 and Cat 6) and fiber cabling.
• Learn and assist with ribbon and fusion splicing techniques.
• Operate and maintain basic fiber testing and installation equipment.
• Assist with installation of single mode and multi-mode fiber systems and connectors (ST, LC, SC, SC-APC, etc.).
• Support testing activities, including Fluke and OTDR testing.
• Identify and report issues with fiber and copper cabling systems.
• Assist with rack and stack of equipment and server rack build-outs.
• Install infrastructure components such as fiber trays, ladder racks, cabinets, and cable management systems.
• Receive materials and assist with hardware assembly.
• Follow blueprints and installation plans under supervision.
• Maintain a clean and safe job site in compliance with safety standards and proper use of PPE.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Support team coordination and task completion under guidance from Leads.
• Assist with organizing materials and tracking project progress.
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to job site protocols.
• Learn basic project coordination and team leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Reading diagrams

Hand tools proficiency

Team coordination

Safety-focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fluke OTDR testing equipment

Job description

Talentify seeks motivated Data Center Technicians to support installation, testing, and maintenance of structured cabling and fiber on commercial and government projects. Open to entry-level candidates with 0 years of direct data center experience, especially those from skilled trades or construction transitioning into tech roles.

Roles involve hands-on fiber and copper work with opportunities to develop leadership skills, coordinate teams, and grow into Lead positions in a fast-paced