Structured Cabling Technician

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Senior Data Center Cabling Technician to support large-scale data center infrastructure projects. This individual will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of copper and fiber optic cabling systems within a mission-critical data center environment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with structured cabling, fiber and copper infrastructure, cable routing and management, patching activities, cable testing, and interpreting technical drawings and network documentation. This role requires a technician who can work independently, maintain high installation standards, and support the physical layer of the data center network.

Key Responsibilities *Install, route, terminate, label, and test copper and fiber optic cabling systems *Perform cable dressing and cable management in accordance with data center standards *Install and maintain patch panels, fiber enclosures, and network infrastructure components *Complete network patching and switch port connectivity work *Troubleshoot Layer 1 connectivity issues involving cabling, patch panels, ports, and physical infrastructure *Read and interpret cable schedules, rack elevations, floor plans, schematics, and network diagrams *Perform cable testing and certification using industry-standard testing equipment *Document installations, cable runs, labeling standards, and infrastructure changes *Support rack-and-stack activities and hardware deployments as needed

Skills and Requirements

*5+ years of experience in structured cabling, low-voltage, or data center infrastructure environments *Experience working with fiber optic and copper cabling systems *Single-mode and multi-mode fiber *Ethernet infrastructure *Patch panels and cross-connects *Network connectivity fundamentals *Experience terminating and testing copper and fiber cabling *Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams, cable schedules, and schematics *Experience installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining physical network infrastructure *Familiarity with switch ports, patching standards, and connectivity validation *Experience supporting hyperscale or enterprise data centers *Experience working in live production environments *Fluke testing experience *Experience with MPO/MTP, LC, and SC fiber connectivity *BICSI Certification (Installer or Technician) *Knowledge of TIA/EIA structured cabling standards *Fiber troubleshooting and certification experience

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to View email address on click.appcast.io.