Data Center Technician I

Equiliem; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Job summary

Equiliem is hiring an Entry-Level Data Center Technician to support installation and maintenance of structured cabling, fiber infrastructure, and equipment within data center environments. This contract-to-hire role offers hands-on training and opportunities for long-term career development in telecom and low voltage fields.

You will assist with fiber/copper cabling, rack builds, material handling, and OSP installs while prioritizing safety, quality, and professional communication.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years in data center technician, structured cabling, telecom, low voltage or related.
• Cabling or conveyance experience, including pathway buildout or installation, preferred.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, drawings, and installation instructions.
• Strong work ethic with reliability, punctuality, and long-term career development.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate professionally.
• Ability to work on ladders/scissor lifts and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• Stand and work on feet for the shift.
• Safe use of basic hand tools and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Perform cable infrastructure and fiber rough-in installations.
• Dress, route, organize, and label cabling per project requirements.
• Perform cable and fiber termination.
• Rack and stack customer equipment.
• Build server racks and complete rack elevations.
• Install fiber trays, ladder racks, power trays, cabinets, and related infrastructure.
• Perform pathway and conveyance system installations.
• Receive materials and assemble required hardware.
• Perform outside plant (OSP) installations, routing fiber into data center facilities.
• Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and installation specifications.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and communicate professionally.

Skills

Structured cabling

Low voltage

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Entry-Level Data Center Technician supports the installation and maintenance of structured cabling, fiber infrastructure, equipment, and pathway systems within critical data center environments. This contract-to-hire position provides hands-on training and mentorship with opportunities for long-term career development in the telecommunications and low voltage industry. The technician will support infrastructure projects involving fiber and copper cabling, cable management, equipment installation, rack buildouts, material handling, and outside plant (OSP) installations while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, punctuality, teamwork, and professional communication.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform cable infrastructure and fiber rough-in installations.

• Dress, route, organize, and label cabling according to project requirements.

• Perform cable and fiber termination.

• Rack and stack customer equipment.

• Build server racks and complete rack elevations.

• Install fiber trays, ladder racks, power trays, cabinets, and related infrastructure.

• Perform pathway and conveyance system installations.

• Receive materials and assemble required hardware.

• Perform outside plant (OSP) installations, including routing fiber into data center facilities.

• Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and installation specifications.

• Follow written and verbal instructions and communicate professionally with colleagues and management.

• Follow established safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), jobsite housekeeping, and OSHA guidelines.

Job Requirements

• 0-2 years of data center technician, structured cabling, telecommunications, low voltage, electrical, or related experience.

• Cabling or conveyance experience, including pathway buildout or installation, is preferred; electrical apprentice experience may also be considered.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

• Ability to read and follow blueprints, drawings, and installation instructions.

• Strong work ethic with an emphasis on reliability, punctuality, and long-term career development.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and communicate professionally.

• Ability to work on ladders and/or scissor lifts and in confined spaces.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.

• Ability to stand and work on your feet for the duration of the shift.

• Ability to safely use basic hand tools, including a multi-bit screwdriver, tape measure, snips, needle-nose pliers, channel-lock pliers, punch-down tool, flashlight, gloves, tool pouch, and steel-toe or composite-toe work boots.

Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• 401(k).

Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)

• Must be willing to work overtime as required, potentially including 6-7 days per week and 10-12-hour shifts.

• Must be willing to commute between assigned project locations within the local market.

• Must be open to travel outside the local market to support other project teams as needed.

• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of the position.

Benefits

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

EEO 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 [emailprotected] or [phone].