Data Center Network Technician III (Phase 1)

Company: Great Basin Staffing LLC
Location: Columbus, OH
Employment Type: W-2 | Full-Time | Travel Project
Openings: Multiple
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 5–6 Months | Similar Projects to Follow
Schedule: 5/10s | 10 Hours Guaranteed OT | 35+ Additional OT Hours Available
Pay: $35.00–$43.00/hour DOE + $68/day Per Diem + Lodging Provided (For Qualified Travelers)

Position Overview

Great Basin Staffing LLC is seeking experienced Data Center Network Technician III (Tech 3), Lead Network Technicians, and Network Infrastructure Auditors/Validators for a major hyperscale data center project.

This is an advanced technical position, NOT an entry-level low-voltage or cable-pulling role.

We need technicians who can independently troubleshoot network connectivity issues, diagnose down circuits, validate fiber and copper infrastructure, and restore connectivity using laptops, network diagnostic software, and specialized testing equipment.

Experience working on Meta or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) data center projects is highly valued.

Qualified technicians must be capable of identifying connectivity failures, performing advanced troubleshooting, validating completed installations, and resolving issues with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot and restore down circuits and network connectivity
• Use laptops and network diagnostic tools to identify and resolve connectivity failures
• Diagnose fiber-optic, copper, patching, and physical-layer network issues
• Perform end-to-end circuit testing, validation, and troubleshooting
• Audit and validate installed network cabling, connections, and infrastructure
• Verify network ports, link status, signal levels, and connectivity
• Troubleshoot network switches, interfaces, and associated physical connections
• Use OTDR, Fluke testers, optical power meters, and other diagnostic equipment
• Verify fiber polarity, continuity, optical loss, and proper termination
• Validate MDF/IDF installations, racks, patch panels, and network connections
• Read network diagrams, fiber maps, cable schedules, and as-built documentation
• Document testing results, deficiencies, corrective actions, and completed validations
• Coordinate with network engineers, commissioning teams, and project leadership
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to junior technicians
• Support network commissioning, quality control, and project turnover

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of advanced low-voltage, structured cabling, or network infrastructure experience
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot down circuits and network connectivity issues
• Experience using laptops and network diagnostic software for connectivity troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of fiber-optic and copper network infrastructure
• Hands-on experience performing network audits, testing, and validation
• Ability to diagnose physical-layer network issues involving fiber, copper, ports, and patching
• Experience with OTDR, Fluke testing equipment, optical power meters, or equivalent diagnostic tools
• Ability to interpret network drawings, fiber maps, and technical documentation
• Experience working in active data center or large-scale network environments
• Ability to work independently and communicate technical findings clearly
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and accurate documentation

Highly Preferred Experience

• Meta Data Center Experience
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Experience
• Hyperscale data centers, including Microsoft, AWS, Google, QTS, Switch, or similar
• Network Technician III / Tech 3 experience
• Lead Network Technician or Network Infrastructure Lead experience
• Network infrastructure auditing and validation
• Circuit troubleshooting and connectivity restoration
• Data center network commissioning and turnover
• Advanced fiber-optic troubleshooting, testing, and validation
• Network switches, port connectivity, and physical-layer diagnostics
• OTDR, Fluke, and optical power meter testing
• Fiber polarity, loss testing, and optical signal verification
• Rack-level network troubleshooting
• BICSI, CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or relevant technical certifications

Compensation & Benefits

• $35.00–$43.00/hour DOE
• $68/day Per Diem for Qualified Travelers
• Lodging Provided
• 10 Hours Guaranteed Overtime
• 35+ Additional Overtime Hours Available
• 5/10 Base Schedule
• Additional Weekday & Weekend Work Available
• Weekly Pay
• 5–6 Month Project with Similar Projects to Follow

Great Basin Staffing offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Telemedicine & Prescription Benefits
• Accident, Critical Illness & Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Options

Benefits and eligibility vary by plan and assignment.

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We are seeking experienced Network Technician III / Tech 3, Lead Network Technicians, and Network Infrastructure Auditors/Validators who can independently diagnose, troubleshoot, and restore network connectivity.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Great Basin Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pre-employment drug screening, background checks, and other site-specific onboarding requirements may apply.