Company: TEKsystems
Title: Data Center Technician - Level 1
Location: New Albany, OH
Duration: 4-month Contract w/ possible extension into 2026
Contract Type: W2
Compliance: Willing to consent to Drug & Background
Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour
OT breakdown below
Shift & Hours
Required Skills:
Job Description
Job is a data center installing cabinets, cable tray, ladder rack, fiber runner, containment and trunks. Need people with some proof of experience in these areas for the installer levels.
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.
Reading and comprehending blueprints and building documentation/redline work.
Broad understanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
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 on wiring schemes and wiring testing.
Should be able to pull all types of low voltage cable.
Should understand and be capable in performing field terminations and labeling.
Reports to Operations Manager and take daily directions from Technician, Technician II, Lead Technicians, Senior Technicians and Advance 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 type 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 document
Dress and furcate fiber trunks for splicing
Maintaining orderly paperwork and running service
Fusion Splice including Ribbon/Single OSP/ISP
Install, connect, and decom network equipment
Operate DSX 5000 tester/OTDR Tester
Program testers
Download test results to Linkware/Linkware Live
Save test results, verify, and submit to customer
Create mass labels and apply per Portmap
Differentiate live cables from decom cable
Copper testing and troubleshooting
Conduct Service Swaps of live networking devices
Understand "FIM" database and operate scanners
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Need to have a strong work ethic. Willing to look at folks with no cabling experience who want to get into the trade as they are willing to train and teach them. If they do not have cabling experience must be familiar with data center procedures. (ie worked in data center - physical security, de com, logistics, etc) Ideally they would have some cabling experience. They need people who know this is tough work and want people who are eager and interested in learning the trade.
Primarily walking, standing, and bending for extended periods with some sitting.
Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, written, visual and listening skills.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required equipment as well as to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
Able to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 pounds.
Ability to pull cables.
Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 New Albany,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2025.
h4> About TEKsystems:\n\n
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.
\n\nThe 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.
\n\nAbout TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services \n\nWe’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
\n\nThe 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.
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