Data Center Technician I

Equiliem; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Matching 401(k)

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Equiliem is hiring entry-level Data Center Technicians to support installation, maintenance, and organization of structured cabling in data center environments. This contract-to-hire role offers hands-on training, mentorship, and a clear path for career growth in telecommunications and low-voltage industries.

Prior hands-on trades experience is welcomed. Responsibilities include cabling, fiber rough-in, rack building, equipment installation, and reading installation documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0-2 years of data center, telecommunications, low-voltage, construction, electrical, or other skilled trades experience encouraged.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and follow installation drawings and project documentation.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions.
• Must be able to work on ladders/scissor lifts and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move materials up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cable infrastructure installation and fiber optic rough-in activities.
• Perform cable management, including dressing, routing, and labeling of cables.
• Support cable and fiber termination activities.
• Install and secure customer equipment through rack and stack procedures.
• Build server racks and follow rack elevation plans.
• Install fiber tray systems, ladder racks, cabinets, and customer equipment.
• Assist with infrastructure installations, including cable management systems, fiber trays, ladder racks, and power trays.
• Receive materials and assemble hardware as required.
• Support Outside Plant (OSP) fiber installations into data center environments.
• Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and installation documentation.
• Communicate professionally with team members, supervisors, and customers.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including PPE, housekeeping, and OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Data center experience

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Job Summary

We are hiring Entry-Level Data Center Technicians to support the installation, maintenance, and organization of structured cabling and equipment within critical data center environments. This contract-to-hire opportunity provides hands‑on training, mentorship, and a clear pathway for career growth in the telecommunications and low-voltage industry. Candidates with experience in skilled trades, construction, electrical work, cable installation, maintenance, or other hands‑on technical fields are encouraged to apply. Technicians will contribute to large‑scale infrastructure projects involving fiber optic cabling, equipment installation, cable management, and adherence to safety standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with cable infrastructure installation and fiber optic rough-in activities.
• Perform cable management, including dressing, routing, and labeling of cables.
• Support cable and fiber termination activities.
• Install and secure customer equipment through rack and stack procedures.
• Build server racks and follow rack elevation plans.
• Install fiber tray systems, ladder racks, cabinets, and customer equipment.
• Assist with infrastructure installations, including cable management systems, fiber trays, ladder racks, and power trays.
• Receive materials and assemble hardware as required.
• Support Outside Plant (OSP) fiber installations into data center environments.
• Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and installation documentation.
• Communicate professionally with team members, supervisors, and customers.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), housekeeping practices, and OSHA guidelines.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Open to entry‐level candidates with 0-2 years of data center, telecommunications, low-voltage, construction, electrical, or other skilled trades experience.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and follow installation drawings and project documentation.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to work on ladders and/or scissor lifts.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces when required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and work on feet for the duration of a shift.
• Basic hand tools required, including a multi-bit screwdriver, tape measure, snips, pliers (needle nose and channel lock), punch-down tool, flashlight, work boots (steel-toe or composite-toe), gloves, and tool pouch.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Lifestyle Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Matching 401(k)
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options
• Commuter Benefits

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or [phone].