Data Center Operations Technician

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Role: Data Center Cable Management Technician

Location: Nashville, TN (Onsite)

Duration: Long-term Contract

Detailed job descriptions:

Travel: Approximately 35% (Cincinnati Data Center and Distribution Centers across the U.S.)

Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on site / some nights and weekends will be required—40-hour workweeks.

Has to be able to lift 50 pounds

Position Summary

• We are seeking a hands-on Data Center Cable Management Technician to support our growing infrastructure across multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities.
• This position will focus on improving cable management, documenting infrastructure, cleaning up data center environments, and supporting network and server deployments.
• The ideal candidate enjoys physical, detail-oriented work and takes pride in creating organized, efficient, and well-documented IT environments.
• This is a six-month contract with the opportunity to transition into a full-time role based on performance and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Organize, label, route, and secure copper and fiber cabling in enterprise data centers and IDF/MDF closets.
• Perform complete cable remediation projects, including removing abandoned cabling and improving airflow.
• Install cable management systems including ladder racks, vertical/horizontal managers, Velcro, patch panels, and rack accessories.
• Patch and test Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic connections.
• Install and rack servers, switches, firewalls, UPS equipment, and other infrastructure hardware.
• Assist with equipment moves, adds, and changes (MAC work).
• Document rack layouts, cable paths, port assignments, and asset inventory.
• Maintain accurate labeling following company standards.
• Assist with network and server deployments during maintenance windows.
• Support data center cleanliness and organization initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams, vendors, and contractors during projects.
• Follow all safety, security, and change management procedures.

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 35% travel throughout the United States.
• Primary travel will include our Cincinnati Data Center and multiple distribution centers nationwide.
• Travel typically consists of 2–5 day trips depending on project schedules.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in enterprise data centers or structured cabling.
• Experience with:

o Copper and fiber cabling

o Patch panels and cable management

o Rack and stack activities

o Server and network hardware installation

• Ability to read rack elevations and network diagrams.
• Experience using cable certification or testing tools is preferred.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and working in data center environments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting enterprise data centers with 100+ racks.
• Knowledge of:

o Cisco networking

o Juniper or Mist

o Fortinet

o VMware

o Windows Server environments

• Familiarity with IT asset management systems.
• BICSI, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent certifications are a plus.

What Success Looks Like

• Within the first six months, this individual will:
• Improve cable organization and labeling standards across multiple facilities.
• Reduce cable congestion and improve airflow in data centers.
• Complete infrastructure documentation for racks and cabling.
• Support hardware installations and data center expansion projects.
• Help establish consistent cable management standards across all U.S. locations.

Thanks

Raas Infotek

Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Work Location: On the road