What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cable/OSP Technician- Data Center Experience position at TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group?
Job Details
Description
We are looking for Level 1 and Level 2 Technicians with both inside and outside plant experience, those who have cabled inside and worked with hardware are strongly encouraged to apply. The work is 60% inside plant and 40% outside fiber optic work at a large enterprise level data center.
Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Center Technician to join our team. This position will play a pivotal role in the planning, deployment, and maintenance of infrastructure supporting both inside and outside plant operations for our cutting-edge data centers. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with physical infrastructure components and a strong understanding of data center construction, cabling, and environmental systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Inside Plant Operations:
Install, configure, and maintain data center hardware, including servers, racks, network equipment, and power distribution units (PDUs).
Manage cable infrastructure, including structured cabling and fiber optic systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Conduct equipment troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
Collaborate with network and system engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware with the data center environment.
Perform routine inspections to verify environmental and equipment health, including cooling systems and backup power solutions.
Outside Plant Operations:
Plan and oversee the installation of external infrastructure such as conduits, cables, poles, and related facilities.
Ensure proper routing and termination of fiber optic and copper cables for connection between buildings or to external network providers.
Inspect and maintain outside plant infrastructure to mitigate risks of damage and ensure long-term reliability.
Skills
Data center, Linux, Rack and stack, fiber optic cable, Hardware troubleshooting, Cat6, Infrastructure
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Proven experience in data center operations, preferably with both inside and outside plant infrastructure.
Knowledge of structured cabling standards and fiber optic technologies.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and engineering documentation.
Familiarity with environmental systems such as HVAC, electrical backup systems, and fire suppression systems.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cheyenne,WY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
We are looking for Level 1 and Level 2 Technicians with both inside and outside plant experience, those who have cabled inside and worked with hardware are strongly encouraged to apply. The work is 60% inside plant and 40% outside fiber optic work at a large enterprise level data center.
Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Center Technician to join our team. This position will play a pivotal role in the planning, deployment, and maintenance of infrastructure supporting both inside and outside plant operations for our cutting-edge data centers. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with physical infrastructure components and a strong understanding of data center construction, cabling, and environmental systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Inside Plant Operations:
Install, configure, and maintain data center hardware, including servers, racks, network equipment, and power distribution units (PDUs).
Manage cable infrastructure, including structured cabling and fiber optic systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Conduct equipment troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
Collaborate with network and system engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware with the data center environment.
Perform routine inspections to verify environmental and equipment health, including cooling systems and backup power solutions.
Outside Plant Operations:
Plan and oversee the installation of external infrastructure such as conduits, cables, poles, and related facilities.
Ensure proper routing and termination of fiber optic and copper cables for connection between buildings or to external network providers.
Inspect and maintain outside plant infrastructure to mitigate risks of damage and ensure long-term reliability.
Skills
Data center, Linux, Rack and stack, fiber optic cable, Hardware troubleshooting, Cat6, Infrastructure
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Proven experience in data center operations, preferably with both inside and outside plant infrastructure.
Knowledge of structured cabling standards and fiber optic technologies.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and engineering documentation.
Familiarity with environmental systems such as HVAC, electrical backup systems, and fire suppression systems.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cheyenne,WY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $23 - $28
