Datacenter Field Operations Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Hi,

I hope you are doing well!

We have an opportunity for  Datacenter Field Operations Technician with one of our clients for  New Albany, Ohio (Onsite Only).

Please see the job details below and let me know if you would be interested in this role. 

If interested, please send me a copy of your resume, contact details, availability, and a good time to connect with you.

Title: Data Center Technician (Fiber & Structured Cabling)

Location: New Albany, Ohio (Onsite Only)

Terms: Long Term Contract

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on Data Center Technician to deploy, test, and maintain physical network infrastructure across large-scale data center environments.

You will install racks and network equipment, run and test fiber and copper cabling, and keep critical systems online through fast, accurate break-fix support.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Installation & Deployment

·         Install server racks and network equipment, and connect switches

·         Route, manage, and label fiber optic and copper cabling to standard

·         Support rack moves, upgrades, and decommissioning

Network Testing

·         Test new fiber and network circuits using OTDR and optical power meters

·         Verify signal quality and strength against specifications

Troubleshooting & Repair

·         Diagnose Layer 1 connectivity issues

·         Replace faulty cables, optics, and switches

·         Respond promptly to critical outages

Maintenance

·         Perform preventive maintenance, including cleaning and inspecting fiber connectors

·         Inspect cable routing and support new build-outs

Safety & Compliance

·         Follow data center safety procedures

·         Use required PPE and ESD protection

·         Adhere to lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols

Collaboration

·         Work with engineering, facilities, and supply chain teams

·         Keep tickets updated and provide clear shift handovers

Required Qualifications

·         3-5 years in data center operations, structured cabling, fiber optic installation/testing, or telecom/network infrastructure support

·         Hands-on experience with fiber optics, structured cabling (including Cat6A), rack and stack, testing, and break-fix

·         Proficiency with OTDR, power meters, and cable testers

·         Strong physical network (Layer 1) troubleshooting skills

·         Experience using ticketing systems

Preferred Qualifications

·         Experience deploying 50+ racks

·         Exposure to liquid-cooled data center racks

·         Experience with barcode scanning and asset tracking

·         Background in large hyperscale data centers

·         BICSI Installer or Technician certification

·         OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Physical Requirements

·         Regularly lift 50+ lbs

·         Stand and walk for extended periods

·         Work on ladders and lifts

·         Handle small components in warm data center environments

Thank you!
Amit Jha
Senior Recruiter | Beacon Fire Inc.