Data Center Technician II: Rack & Cabling Expert

Ericsson; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support installation, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure in hyperscale and enterprise data centers in Denver, CO. The role involves rack-and-stack tasks, cabling, provisioning, testing, and ensuring work meets Ericsson and customer standards.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in data center operations or related IT infrastructure roles, with a hands-on approach to equipment installation, cabling, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecommunications, field services, or IT infrastructure support.
• Working knowledge of data center hardware, racks, servers, networking equipment, power distribution systems, and structured cabling.
• Understanding of copper and fiber cabling practices, basic optical networking concepts, and installation standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, installation documentation, and methods of procedure (MOPs).
• Experience performing rack-and-stack, cabling, testing, and equipment installation activities with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, project teams, vendors, and customers while managing assigned work independently.

Responsibilities

• Independently install and deploy servers, network devices, storage equipment, and related infrastructure according to designs.
• Install, route, terminate, and dress copper and fiber cabling with proper labeling and cable management.
• Install rack PDUs, connect equipment to power sources, verify power and management connectivity.
• Perform equipment provisioning, hardware installation, and OOB management connections.
• Execute basic testing and validation, including continuity testing and fiber verification.
• Perform MACD and FRU replacements following approved procedures.
• Maintain accurate installation records, test results, inventory, and as-built documentation.
• Identify and elevate design concerns, operational issues, and safety risks to senior staff.

Skills

Data center operations

Structured cabling

Telecommunications

Field services

IT infrastructure support

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification

Vocational training

Equivalent experience

Job description

Ericsson is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support installation, operation, and maintenance of infrastructure in hyperscale and enterprise data centers in Denver, CO. The role involves rack-and-stack tasks, cabling, provisioning, testing, and ensuring work meets Ericsson and customer standards.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in data center operations or related IT infrastructure roles, with a hands-on approach to equipment installation, cabling, and safety compliance.