Data Center Technician I

Equiliem; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a Data Center Technician I in Fredericksburg, VA. The role involves installing, maintaining, testing, and decommissioning data center cabling and network infrastructure across multiple sites.

Expect travel between Fredericksburg, Mineral, and Stafford as needed. Candidate must have structured cabling experience, OSHA 10 certification, strong communication, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• Experience with structured cabling and data center infrastructure.
• OSHA 10 certification is required.
• Ability to read blueprints, floor plans, and design documents.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Install and decommission network equipment and data center infrastructure.
• Install and pull low-voltage cables.
• Terminate, dress, label, and manage cabling.
• Support fiber and copper testing and troubleshooting.
• Read blueprints and project documents; prepare test results.
• Maintain project documentation and provide progress updates.

Skills

Structured cabling

Low-voltage systems

Telecommunications

Safety-conscious

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Education

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

DSX-5000

OTDR

LinkWare Live

LinkWare

Job description

Data Center Technician I

Fredericksburg, VA
Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts
Pay: $25.00-$26.00 per hour

Job Summary

The Data Center Technician I supports the installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and decommissioning of network and cabling infrastructure within data center environments. This position works with copper and fiber cabling, network equipment, testing equipment, and structured cabling systems while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, documentation, and site cleanliness. The technician reads floor plans and technical documentation, performs cable terminations and testing, and collaborates with team members and stakeholders to complete projects efficiently. Travel between data center locations in Fredericksburg, Mineral, and Stafford, Virginia, is required as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Install and decommission network equipment, structured cabling, and related data center infrastructure.
• Install and pull various types of low-voltage cable.
• Perform field terminations, cable dressing, labeling, and cable management.
• Install ladder racking and seismic bracing above and below raised floors.
• Client out and organize MDF and IDF closets according to project requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, design documents, and redline documentation.
• Perform copper and fiber cable testing and troubleshooting.
• Dress and furcate fiber trunks in preparation for splicing.
• Perform fusion splicing, including ribbon and single-fiber OSP/ISP applications.
• Operate DSX-5000 and OTDR testing equipment.
• Program cable testers and download results using LinkWare or LinkWare Live.
• Review, verify, save, and submit cable test results as required.
• Create and apply mass labels according to port maps and project specifications.
• Identify and differentiate live cabling from cabling designated for decommissioning.
• Perform service swaps involving live networking devices.
• Use applicable database systems and scanners to support data center operations.
• Maintain accurate and organized project and service documentation.
• Provide clear project progress updates to appropriate stakeholders.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to resolve project obstacles.
• Maintain data center cleanliness and demonstrate quality workmanship.
• Follow established production, safety, quality, code, and industry standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve repeatable processes and project execution.
• Follow daily work direction from designated technical leads and operational leadership.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience working with structured cabling, low-voltage systems, telecommunications, or data center infrastructure preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Working knowledge of basic telecommunications hand tools.
• Ability to work effectively in an active data center environment.
• Understanding of wiring schemes, structured cabling, and cable testing procedures.
• Knowledge of copper and fiber cabling, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to perform cable terminations, dressing, labeling, and cable management.
• Familiarity with fusion splicing, including ribbon and single-fiber OSP/ISP applications.
• Experience using DSX-5000 and OTDR testing equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with LinkWare or LinkWare Live preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, floor plans, port maps, and technical design documents.
• Understanding of workplace and job-site safety requirements.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and organized documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal, written, visual, and listening methods.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate hand tools, testing equipment, computers, and other technical instruments.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to pull cable, climb ladders, and work safely on raised platforms.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)

• Position is contract-to-hire.
• Monday-Friday schedule with 8-hour shifts.
• Travel is required as needed between work sites in Fredericksburg, Mineral, and Stafford, Virginia.

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.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

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

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