Entry-Level Data Center Technician: Hands-on Cabling

StarTech Networks Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

StarTech Networks Inc. seeks an entry-level Data Center Technician for onsite work in Chattanooga, TN. In the first months you will assist and observe; within the first year you will execute the work with your crew, growing with hands-on training and safety compliance.

You will perform structured cabling, patching, cable management, and meticulous documentation while following all site rules and safety protocols. Progression through certification milestones is available.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fiber and copper cable pulls — reel and jack setup, routing through ladder rack and cable tray, bend radius and slack management to customer specification.
• Patch, label, and dress cable to project standard, including connector cleaning and inspection with scopes and cleaning tools.
• Support rack and stack activities — cabinet roll-in, leveling, rack-level power distribution unit installation, ground bonding, and in-rack cable management.
• Perform structured cabling installation for Cat6 / Cat6A copper and MPO / LC fiber under supervision, progressing to independent work packages.
• Complete accurate daily documentation: work completed, port and label records, photos, and as-built markups.
• Follow every site safety requirement — daily job hazard analysis, toolbox talks, personal protective equipment, lift and ladder discipline, and customer red-zone protocols.
• Observe customer site rules at all times: badging and escort procedures, sub-location confirmation, equipment handling, and clean-work-zone standards.
• Hand off completed cable segments to test technicians and support troubleshooting of failed connectors or links.
• Care for issued tools, test equipment, and consumables; report shortages to your Field Tech Lead.
• Attend the weekly technical and safety sessions and complete assigned certification coursework.

Job description

StarTech Networks Inc. seeks an entry-level Data Center Technician for onsite work in Chattanooga, TN. In the first months you will assist and observe; within the first year you will execute the work with your crew, growing with hands-on training and safety compliance.

You will perform structured cabling, patching, cable management, and meticulous documentation while following all site rules and safety protocols. Progression through certification milestones is available.