Union Data Center Technician

CBRE; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE seeks a highly energetic Technician I to join our Fort Wayne data center team. You will install and decommission network and cabling infrastructure, delivering sustainable, repeatable solutions while coordinating with stakeholders and maintaining software/physical standards.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, performing field terminations on copper and fiber, and ensuring safe, clean work environments in a rapid, hands-on setting.

Qualifications

• Basic telecom hand tools knowledge and safe work practices.
• Ability to read and understand wiring schemes and port maps.
• Strong customer service mindset and teamwork in a field environment.

Responsibilities

• Install/decommission network and cabling infrastructure in a Data Center.
• Deliver repeatable solutions and report progress to stakeholders.
• Maintain quality workmanship and data center cleanliness.
• Follow safety standards and industry best practices.
• Read blueprints and site plans; perform field terminations.
• Install copper and fiber cabling and labeling; test continuity.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Blueprint reading

Field termination knowledge

Testing 4-pair continuity

Wiring schemes familiarity

Tools

Telecom hand tools

Copper/Fiber cabling

Cable labeling

Job description

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 and 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.

The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Technician I position is $31.46 - 38.10 per hour. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale.

Benefits

• 401(K)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).