Data Center Cable Technicians; Entry Level & Leads

Job Description

This position supports a large‑scale data center build requiring a significant number of skilled technicians. The role focuses on fiber installation, porting, testing, and troubleshooting within data center environments. The hiring approach includes a working interview aimed at discovering proactive, safety‑conscious, team‑oriented technicians who take initiative and go beyond basic task execution.

• Fiber pulling, routing, porting, testing, and troubleshooting within data centers
• Use of OTDR and Fluke testers (no fiber splicing required)
• Rack assembly, labeling, scanning, documentation, and QC/QA

• Northern Virginia area including Ashburn, Sterling, Chantilly, and Manassas

• Initial deployment of 4 teams (1 lead + 4 technicians per team)
• Potential to scale significantly across multiple large data center projects

Key Responsibilities:

• Pull and route fiber throughout the data center
• Assemble, stack, and drill equipment racks
• Scan, label, and port equipment
• Support general installation tasks under the direction of senior technicians

Required Skills & Attributes:

• Experience in physically demanding environments (construction, trades, military, or similar)
• Comfortable working on ladders and lifts for extended shifts
• Strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and willingness to learn
• Reliable attendance and positive attitude

Key Responsibilities:

• Pull and route fiber and perform fiber testing and troubleshooting using OTDR/Fluke
• Plan work activities, delegate tasks, and oversee technician performance
• Complete documentation, QC/QA reports, cut sheets, and site photos
• Serve as a customer‑facing point of contact for reporting and coordination

Required Skills:

• 2+ years leading fiber and porting work in data center environments
• Strong experience with testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and technician oversight
• Professional communication and reporting skills

• Self‑starting, safety‑focused, and mechanically inclined
• Proactive team players who can think critically and solve problems
• Interested in long‑term growth and leadership opportunities
• Honest, reliable, and motivated to grow with the organization

• Data center setting
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Saturday, occasional Sunday
• Hours:
  
  7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Must be open to night/second shift and working 6–7 days per week

• Free off‑site parking with daily shuttle service to and from job sites

• Composite‑toe safety boots (6” over ankle) – candidate‑provided
• Type 2, Class E hardhat with chinstrap
• High‑visibility yellow vest
• Safety glasses
• Level 4 cut‑resistant gloves

• Safety Training Course – approx. 4 hours
• Scissor Lift Certification (online) – approx. 1 hour
• OSHA 10 Certification (online) – approx. 10 hours

• Contract length: 4–6 months
• Opportunity for extension or direct hire based on performance
• Growth and leadership development opportunities available

• Contract position based out of Chantilly, VA.

• Pay range: $20.00 - $30.00/hr.
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.