Data Center Field Technician
2 days ago
New Albany, Ohio, United States
Value Innovation Labs
Full-time
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Job Description
Environment: 24/7 Shift Environment Ideal Candidate Profile: Experience in one of the following roles:
- Data Center / Fiber Optic / Structured Cabling Technician
- Telecom / Network Deployment / Network Infrastructure Technician Core
Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience in fiber optics, structured cabling (including Cat6A), rack and stack, testing, and break-fix support.
- Proficiency with testing tools (OTDR, power meters, cable testers) and physical network troubleshooting (Layer 1).
- Experience using ticketing systems.
Key Responsibilities
1. Equipment Installation & Deployment: Install server racks and network equipment; connect switches; manage, label, and route fiber optic and copper cabling; support rack moves, upgrades, and decommissioning. 2. Network Testing: Test newly installed fiber and network circuits using OTDR and power meters to verify quality and signal strength. 3. Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose connectivity issues, replace faulty hardware (cables, optics, switches), and respond to critical outages. 4. Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance, clean fiber optic connectors, inspect routing, and support new build-outs. 5. Safety & Compliance: Follow data center safety procedures, use required PPE/ESD protection, and adhere to lockout/tagout protocols. 6. Collaboration: Work with engineering, facility, and supply chain teams; maintain ticket updates and provide clear shift handovers. Preferred Skills & Certifications:
- Experience with liquid-cooled data center racks, barcode scanning, asset tracking, and large hyperscale data centers.
- BICSI Installer or Technician certification.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification. Physical
Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly, stand/walk for extended periods, work on ladders/lifts, and handle small components in warm data center environments.