Inside Plant (ISP) Technician

Pearce Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pearce Services is seeking Inside Plant (ISP) Technicians to support data centers and critical infrastructure across the United States. This role offers hands-on field work, with potential growth into DC power systems and other critical infrastructure.

You will travel nationwide, install and maintain telecom and data center equipment, and collaborate with experienced technicians to expand your ISP expertise.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on experience or technical training in ISP/telecom/fiber/data center installation.
• Experience identifying, measuring, labeling, routing, dressing, and terminating cable.
• Familiarity with fiber and copper cabling, equipment racks/cabinets, and cable tray.
• Ability to read and follow installation drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites nationwide as part of a field installation team supporting data center and critical infrastructure projects.
• Install, remove, and maintain telecommunications and data center equipment.
• Install and route fiber, copper, and power cabling with proper labeling and termination.
• Assist with installation of equipment racks, cabinets, cable tray, and DC power infrastructure.
• Perform installations according to project specs, customer requirements, and telecom standards.
• Read and follow installation drawings, schematics, and technical docs.
• Use hand and power tools safely; operate company vehicles as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and comply with safety requirements.
• Develop skills in DC power and critical infrastructure through hands-on experience.

Skills

ISP installation

Telecommunications

Fiber cabling

Structured cabling

Data center installation

DC power

Cable termination

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Teams

Job description

we've got a career for you!

Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com.

At PEARCE, we've got a career for you! Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com.

Your Impact

This is a nationwide field role requiring up to 100% travel across the United States.

We are seeking Inside Plant (ISP) Technicians to join our Energy Services team. This is a hands‑on field role supporting customers in data centers and other critical infrastructure environments across the United States.

We are looking for candidates with a foundation in ISP, telecommunications, fiber, or data center installation. You’ll work alongside experienced technicians and have the opportunity to expand your skills into DC power and other critical‑power infrastructure while building on your ISP experience.

Core Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites nationwide as part of a field installation team supporting data center and critical infrastructure projects.
• Install, remove, and maintain telecommunications and data center equipment.
• Install and route fiber, copper, and power cabling, including measuring, labeling, securing, dressing, and terminating cable.
• Assist with installation of equipment racks and cabinets, cable tray, fiber systems, and AC/DC power infrastructure.
• Perform equipment installation according to project specifications, customer requirements, and applicable telecommunications standards.
• Read and follow installation drawings, schematics, job specifications, and technical documentation.
• Safely use hand and power tools, ladders, lifts, test equipment, and company vehicles.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work, staging, and storage areas.
• Follow all company and customer safety requirements and procedures.
• Develop additional skills in DC power and critical‑power systems through hands‑on field experience.

Core Experience

• 2+ year of hands‑on experience or relevant technical training in ISP, telecommunications, fiber, structured cabling, low voltage, or data center installation.
• Experience identifying, measuring, labeling, routing, dressing, and terminating cable.
• Familiarity with fiber, copper cabling, equipment racks/cabinets, and cable tray.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, installation drawings, and schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and quality.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 100% nationwide based on project needs.
• Data center installation experience is preferred.
• DC power or other critical‑power experience is preferred.
• AT&T Central Office installation experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with TP76300 installation standards is preferred.
• Interest in developing skills in power and critical infrastructure systems.

Specific responsibilities may vary based on project, customer, and business needs.

Physical / Work Environment

• Work is performed in data centers and other critical infrastructure environments in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and working on concrete floors.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of 6–30 feet.
• Requires use of hand and power tools such as drills, saws, wrenches, and measuring tools.
• Use equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, hoists, and lifts when required.

Compensation

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location. In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full‑time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses. This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range: $25 USD - $40 USD

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family‑friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company‑matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!