Data Center Technician III — Build & Deploy Infra

Ericsson; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson Inc. is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support the installation, operation, and maintenance of data center infrastructure in New Albany, Ohio.

You will perform rack-and-stack, cabling, testing, and provisioning while adhering to Ericsson standards and safety practices. The role requires 3+ years in data center or IT infrastructure support, plus solid knowledge of cabling, hardware, and documentation processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical certification, vocational training, or equivalent experience required.
• 3+ 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 engineering designs and installation documentation.
• Install, route, terminate, and dress copper and fiber cabling while ensuring proper labeling, cable management, and adherence to quality standards.
• Install rack power distribution units (PDUs), connect equipment to assigned power sources, and verify proper power and management connectivity.
• Perform equipment provisioning, hardware component installation, and out-of-band (OOB) management connections.
• Execute basic testing and validation activities, including continuity testing, fiber verification, and standard equipment turn-up procedures. Perform MACD activities and standard FRU replacements following approved procedures.
• Maintain accurate installation records, test results, inventory updates, and as-built documentation.
• Identify and elevate design concerns, operational issues, and safety risks to senior technicians or site leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Quality and safety

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification

Vocational training

Equivalent experience

Job description

Ericsson Inc. is seeking a Data Center Services Technician to support the installation, operation, and maintenance of data center infrastructure in New Albany, Ohio.

You will perform rack-and-stack, cabling, testing, and provisioning while adhering to Ericsson standards and safety practices. The role requires 3+ years in data center or IT infrastructure support, plus solid knowledge of cabling, hardware, and documentation processes.