Union Data Center Technician

Union Data Center Cabling Technician I

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.

As a Technician I, you will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of low voltage cabling infrastructure within a data center environment. This role involves running cables, connecting wires, and ensuring proper installation of all internal infrastructure. You will work under supervision, performing tasks with installed cables, and adhering to safety protocols. The position may require working both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in confined or elevated spaces, and interacting with customers to address concerns and provide support.

• 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.
• Read and comprehend blueprints and building documentation/redline work.
• Broad understanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies.

• Knowledge and use of basic telecom hand tools.
• Must understand customer service.
• Clear understanding of job safety requirements.
• Be able to read and understand floor plans.
• Should be familiar with wiring schemes and wiring testing.
• Should be able to pull all types of low voltage cable.
• Should understand and be capable of performing field terminations and labeling.
• Reports to Operations Manager and takes daily directions from Technician, Technician II, Lead Technicians, Senior Technicians and Advanced Senior Technicians.
• Capable of maintaining orderly paperwork, capable of running service jobs.
• Possess skill to layout MDF and IDF closets, be able to dress all types of cable, and perform all types of terminations.
• Capable of working in Data Centers.
• Shall be able to install ladder racking and seismic bracing both above and under raise floor.
• Basic understanding of both copper and fiber cable testing and troubleshooting.
• Read and understand blueprints and design documents.
• Dress and fuse fiber trunks for splicing.
• Maintain orderly paperwork and run service.
• Fusion splice including Ribbon/Single OSP/ISP.
• Install, connect, and decommission network equipment.
• Operate DSX 5000 tester/OTDR Tester.
• Program testers.
• Download test results to Link Ware/Link Ware Live.
• Save test results, verify, and submit to customer.
• Create mass labels and apply per port map.
• Differentiate live cables from decommissioned cable.
• Copper testing and troubleshooting.
• Conduct service swaps of live networking devices.
• Understand "FIM" database and operate scanners.

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

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.

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 recr or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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