Lead Technician - Data Center Structured Cabling

PSI (Proteam Solutions); Ashburn (VA); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

PSI (Proteam Solutions) in Northern Virginia is seeking a hands-on Lead Field Technician to install, test and document cabling in active colocation facilities. You will lead a crew, coordinate with customers and project managers, and ensure safe, compliant work in data center environments.

Travel and extended hours are required when project schedules demand it. Prior Microsoft data center experience is strongly preferred, with certification and documentation responsibilities included.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in structured cabling, telecommunications or data center infrastructure
• 2 years leading installation teams
• Large-scale data center experience with a structured cabling integrator or service provider
• Experience in Oracle or Microsoft colocation‑style data centers
• Strong fiber and copper installation, testing and certification skills (TIA/EIA, BICSI)
• Ability to read plans and cutsheets and communicate with a crew
• Proficient with Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Teams)
• Valid driver's license, travel and extended hours; ability to lift up to 50 lb

Responsabilités

• Assign daily work and coordinate milestones with customers, contractors and project managers.
• Run safety briefings and mentor junior installers and technicians.
• Install, terminate and certify single-mode and multimode fiber, copper, backbone and horizontal cabling.
• Install and dress network, server and telecom equipment in racks and cabinets.
• Read cutsheets, blueprints and rack elevations; maintain labeling and cable administration.
• Review certification results, resolve technical issues and complete redlines and closeout packages.
• Follow OSHA rules, housekeeping practices and customer security and site‑access procedures.

Connaissances

Structured cabling

Data center infra

Team leadership

Office 365

Plans & cutsheets

Description du poste

Location: Northern Virginia area

Work Type: 100% onsite

Position Type: Direct placement

Salary: $28-$34/hour + Benefits

Position Summary

Lead field technicians installing, testing and documenting cabling in active colocation facilities. This hands‑on role combines technical delivery, crew coordination and customer communication. Previous Microsoft data center experience is strongly preferred.

Travel and extended hours are required when project schedules demand them.

Responsibilities

• Assign daily work and coordinate milestones with customers, contractors and project managers.
• Run safety briefings and mentor junior installers and technicians.
• Install, terminate and certify single-mode and multimode fiber, copper, backbone and horizontal cabling.
• Install and dress network, server and telecom equipment in racks and cabinets.
• Read cutsheets, blueprints and rack elevations. Maintain labeling and cable administration.
• Review certification results, resolve technical issues and complete redlines and closeout packages.
• Follow OSHA rules, housekeeping practices and customer security and site‑access procedures.

Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years in structured cabling, telecommunications or data center infrastructure and 2 years leading installation teams.
• Large‑scale, active data center experience with a structured cabling integrator or service provider.
• Experience in Oracle or Microsoft colocation‑style data centers.
• Strong fiber and copper installation, testing and certification skills, including TIA/EIA and BICSI practices.
• Ability to interpret plans and cutsheets, organize work and communicate clearly with a crew.
• Strong Office 365 proficiency, including Outlook, Excel and Teams.
• Valid driver's license, required travel and extended‑hour availability. Ability to lift up to 50 lb and work on ladders, lifts and elevated platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting Microsoft data centers is strongly preferred.
• BICSI TECH, Installer or equivalent, OSHA 10/30 or fiber certification.
• Experience with migrations, deployments, infrastructure upgrades and project documentation software.
• Ability to travel to other U.S. regions for project work.

Compensation And Benefits

• Day‑one medical, dental, vision and prescription eligibility, HSA option and company‑paid life, AD&D and short‑term disability.
• 401(k) match, pre‑tax accounts, 15 personal days, eight holidays, paid birthday and one floating holiday.
• Tuition reimbursement, employer‑paid certifications and referral bonus. Benefits follow eligibility, plan terms and company policies.