Senior Data Center Technician: Fiber & Cabling Expert (Contract)

JCTTEK; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

JCTTEK is recruiting qualified data center professionals for a large-scale infrastructure deployment in New Albany, Ohio. We are seeking Data Center Engineers and Technicians to support server installation, network cabling, equipment deployment, connectivity testing, and infrastructure maintenance.

This opportunity is ideal for hands-on technical professionals with experience in data center operations, fiber optics, structured cabling, and network troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with fiber optics, structured cabling, and Cat6A cabling.
• Experience with rack-and-stack operations and server or network equipment installation.
• Familiarity with OTDRs, optical power meters, and cable-testing tools.
• Understanding of Layer 1 networking and physical connectivity troubleshooting.
• Experience with hardware replacement, break-fix support, or infrastructure maintenance.
• Ability to follow technical documentation, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Install server racks, switches, and other data center equipment.
• Perform rack-and-stack operations, equipment mounting, and connectivity setup.
• Install, route, label, and organize fiber-optic and Cat6A copper cabling.
• Test fiber-optic cables and network circuits using OTDRs, optical power meters, and cable testers.
• Troubleshoot Layer 1 connectivity issues and replace faulty cables, transceivers, and hardware.
• Support data center build-outs, infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements, and decommissioning.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspect fiber connectors, cabling, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, asset tags, ticket updates, and installation documentation.
• Follow site safety procedures, PPE and ESD requirements, and applicable LOTO procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, facilities, and deployment teams to meet project schedules and quality standards.

Skills

Fiber optics

Structured cabling

Cat6A cabling

Rack-and-stack operations

Network troubleshooting

Hardware installation

Safety procedures

Tools

OTDRs

Optical power meters

Cable testers

Fiber testers

Job description

JCTTEK is recruiting qualified data center professionals for a large-scale infrastructure deployment in New Albany, Ohio. We are seeking Data Center Engineers and Technicians to support server installation, network cabling, equipment deployment, connectivity testing, and infrastructure maintenance.

This opportunity is ideal for hands-on technical professionals with experience in data center operations, fiber optics, structured cabling, and network troubleshooting.