Entry-Level Data Center Network Technician

Switch; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of Karma

Generous Benefits Package

Job summary

Switch is seeking a Network Infrastructure Technician I to support the daily operation and reliability of our data center network infrastructure. The role involves hands-on installation, testing, and troubleshooting of structured cabling and related hardware, following defined procedures and safety standards.

You will install and maintain copper, fiber, and coax cabling, work on ladder racks and cable management, and handle field-replaceable components.

Qualifications

• Clear and direct communication with teammates, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to document work and close the loop without reminders.
• Experience using ticketing systems to track and document work.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, label, and maintain copper, fiber, and coax cabling, including patch panels and cable management.
• Build and modify cable support systems such as ladder rack, tray, J-hooks, and related hardware.
• Install and replace field-replaceable units such as drives, memory, optics, and power components.
• Perform basic hardware setup and access using terminal tools.
• Test cabling using standard tools and document results.
• Create and maintain design layout records for completed work.
• Respond to routine alerts and issues, follow escalation procedures when needed, and document all actions in ticketing systems.
• Escort vendors and support on-site customer activities as required.

Skills

Clear communication

Documentation

Task management

Escalation handling

Team collaboration

Education

CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+

Tools

PuTTY

SSH

Job description

Switch is seeking a Network Infrastructure Technician I to support the daily operation and reliability of our data center network infrastructure. The role involves hands-on installation, testing, and troubleshooting of structured cabling and related hardware, following defined procedures and safety standards.

You will install and maintain copper, fiber, and coax cabling, work on ladder racks and cable management, and handle field-replaceable components.