Union Data Center Installer

CBRE Group, Inc.; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE | DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, seeks a Cable Technician - Installer to join a fast‑paced data center team. You will install and decommission network cables, read blueprints, and ensure safety and quality across projects.

Ideal candidates will understand copper/fiber cabling, labeling, and field terminations, while delivering reliable, repeatable solutions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic telecom hand tools and safe work practices.
• Ability to provide clear customer service and follow directions.
• Understanding of job safety requirements and site rules.
• Familiarity with wiring schemes and basic wiring tests.
• Experience with copper/fiber cabling installation and terminations.
• Ability to read port maps, floor plans and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install or decommission network and cabling in a Data Center.
• Deliver repeatable solutions with a focus on improvement.
• Provide progress updates to stakeholders.
• Maintain Data Center cleanliness and quality workmanship.
• Follow safety standards and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to remove obstacles.
• Read blueprints and construction documentation, redlines.
• Understand data center infrastructure technologies.

Skills

Telecom hand tools

Customer service

Safety compliance

Wiring schemes

Field terminations

Reading blueprints

Tools

Cable testing equipment

Job description

CBRE | DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world's technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

POSITION: Cable Technician - Installer

About the job:

We are looking for a highly energetic, result oriented, passionate, and hands‑on team members with a desire to join a growing team. The person should be self‑starter, adaptable with attentive to detail and able to work with minimal supervision.

What You'll Do:

• Installation/decommissioning of network and cabling infrastructure in a Data Center environment.

• Deliver sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes, always with an eye on improvement.

• Provide structured feedback on project progress to Stakeholders.

• Exhibit quality workmanship on all work and maintain Data Center cleanliness.

• Follow all production, safety and quality standards, codes, and industry best practices.

• Collaborate with various Stakeholders to remove project obstacles.

• Reading and comprehending blueprints and building documentation/redline work.

• Broad understanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies.

What You'll Need:

• Knowledge and use of basic telecom hand tools.

• Must understand customer service.

• Cleared understanding of job safety requirements.

• Should be familiar on wiring schemes and wiring test.

• Reports to Operations Manager and take daily directions from Technician, Technician II, Lead Technicians, Senior Technicians and Advance Senior Technicians.

• Perform 4 pair continuity testing

• Pull all types of low voltage cable including copper telecom cable

• Performing all types of copper field terminations

• Install ladder racking and seismic bracing

• Patch network equipment

• Read and Understand Port Maps/Matrices

• Read and understand job floor plan and TC drawings

• Should understand and be capable in performing field terminations and labeling.

• Install Copper and Fiber Cabling and labeling

• Affixing Labels to cabling and Power Cords

• Affix bar coding to equipment

• Affix free printed label

• Cut and install threaded rod

• Cut and install Uni-strut

• Cut and install fiber trough

• Create/test Bonding whips, straps, and connections

• Understand the basics of "FIM" and operate scanner

• Install and test coax cabling (series 6 & 11)

• Install OSP cables through conduits and maintenance

• Install pull strings through conduits, in ceilings

• Install ISP cables through conduits, in ceilings,

• Install box eliminators (mud rings) in drywall

• How to install/maintain firestopping

• Understanding/Usage of fiber types (SM/MM/Ribbon)

• Install and Service Network Equipment

• Install ISP/OSP into cable enclosures (OSE)

Why CBRE:

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure:

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Relocation assistance and sign‑on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.