Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

West Des Moines, IA
Schedule/Shift: 5-6 days per week, 10-12 hour shifts
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

We are hiring an Entry-Level Data Center Technician to support the installation and maintenance of structured cabling and equipment in critical data center environments. This contract-to-hire opportunity provides hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities for career growth in the telecommunications and low-voltage industry. The technician will support infrastructure projects involving fiber installation, cable management, equipment installation, rack buildouts, and material handling while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

This position requires reliability, punctuality, a strong work ethic, and the ability to perform physically demanding work while following established safety procedures.

• Install and rough in structured cabling and fiber infrastructure.
• Dress, route, label, and manage cables according to project requirements.
• Perform cable and fiber terminations.
• Rack and stack servers and other equipment.
• Build out server racks according to rack elevations and project specifications.
• Install fiber trays, ladder racks, power trays, cabinets, and related infrastructure.
• Support Outside Plant (OSP) installations, including routing fiber into data center facilities.
• Receive materials and assemble required hardware and equipment.
• Read and follow blueprints, installation drawings, and project specifications.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and management while following written and verbal instructions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper PPE requirements and OSHA guidelines.

• 0-2 years of Data Center Technician, structured cabling, low-voltage, telecommunications, construction, or related experience.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Ability to perform construction-oriented and labor-intensive work in a data center environment.
• Ability to work safely on ladders and scissor lifts and perform work at heights.
• Ability to work in confined spaces as required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and remain physically active throughout the shift.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including appropriate work boots and gloves.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and installation documentation.
• Basic hand tools required, including a multi-bit screwdriver, tape measure, snips, needle‑nose pliers, channel‑lock pliers, punch‑down tool, flashlight, and tool pouch.
• Strong punctuality, reliability, work ethic, and interest in developing a long‑term career in the industry.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

• Contract‑to‑hire position.
• Schedule requires availability to work 5-6 days per week with 10-12 hour shifts.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of the position.
• Position involves physically demanding work and requires adherence to all PPE and workplace safety requirements.

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