Datacenter Technician

Sira Consulting, an Inc 5000 company; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Sira Consulting is seeking a hands-on Data Center Cable Management Technician to support our infrastructure across multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities. This role focuses on organizing cabling, documenting setups, and keeping data center environments clean and efficient while supporting network and server deployments.

The position is a six-month contract with potential to go full-time based on performance; travel is required up to 35% nationwide, including our Cincinnati Data

Qualifications

• 3+ years in enterprise data centers or structured cabling.
• Experience with copper and fiber cabling.
• Familiar with patch panels and cable management.
• Able to read rack elevations and network diagrams.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds; able to travel.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize, label, route, and secure copper and fiber cabling in enterprise data centers and IDF/MDF closets.
• Perform complete cable remediation projects, including removing abandoned cabling and improving airflow.
• Install cable management systems including ladder racks, vertical/horizontal managers, Velcro, patch panels, and rack accessories.
• Patch and test Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic connections.
• Install and rack servers, switches, firewalls, UPS equipment, and other infrastructure hardware.
• Assist with equipment moves, adds, and changes (MAC work).
• Document rack layouts, cable paths, port assignments, and asset inventory.
• Maintain accurate labeling following company standards.
• Assist with network and server deployments during maintenance windows.
• Support data center cleanliness and organization initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams, vendors, and contractors during projects.Follow all safety, security, and change management procedures.

Skills

Cable management

Documentation

Rack elevations

Server installation

Network hardware install

Physical lifting

Travel-ready

Reading diagrams

Tools

Cable testing tools

Cable certification

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Data Center Cable Management Technician to support our growing infrastructure across multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities. This position will focus on improving cable management, documenting infrastructure, cleaning up data center environments, and supporting network and server deployments. The ideal candidate enjoys physical, detail-oriented work and takes pride in creating organized, efficient, and well-documented IT environments.

This is a six-month contract with the opportunity to transition into a full-time role based on performance and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Organize, label, route, and secure copper and fiber cabling in enterprise data centers and IDF/MDF closets.
• Perform complete cable remediation projects, including removing abandoned cabling and improving airflow.
• Install cable management systems including ladder racks, vertical/horizontal managers, Velcro, patch panels, and rack accessories.
• Patch and test Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic connections.
• Install and rack servers, switches, firewalls, UPS equipment, and other infrastructure hardware.
• Assist with equipment moves, adds, and changes (MAC work).
• Document rack layouts, cable paths, port assignments, and asset inventory.
• Maintain accurate labeling following company standards.
• Assist with network and server deployments during maintenance windows.
• Support data center cleanliness and organization initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams, vendors, and contractors during projects.Follow all safety, security, and change management procedures.

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 35% travel throughout the United States.
• Primary travel will include our Cincinnati Data Center and multiple Distribution Centers nationwide.
• Travel typically consists of 2-5 day trips depending on project schedules.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in enterprise data centers or structured cabling.
• Experience with:
• Copper and fiber cabling
• Patch panels and cable management
• Rack and stack activities
• Server and network hardware installation
• Ability to read rack elevations and network diagrams.
• Experience using cable certification or testing tools is preferred.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and working in data center environments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.