Data Center Technician

About the Job

Title: Data Center Technician - Lead Installer.

Job type: Contract-to-Hire | On-Site.

Hyperscale Data Center Build.

Role Overview:

Startech is hiring approximately experienced Structured Cabling Technicians to join our current hyperscale data center build. This is a hands-on installer role for candidates with a full lead-installer skill set - capable of executing every phase of the install from cable reel setup through final dressing, with minimal supervision. You will work in 2-person crews on high-density fiber trunk pulls (MPO, LC), copper Ethernet runs, and rack & stack activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up cable jacks and reels for MPO, LC, and copper Ethernet cable pulls, including large-diameter reels for 144F and 288F trunks.
• Execute overhead cable pulls through ladder rack, cable tray, sleeves, and pass-throughs; manage bend radius, pulling tension, and slack loops per manufacturer spec.
• Operate scissor lifts and rolling scaffolds safely at 12-15 ft ceiling heights; complete overhead dressing and cable management with proper Velcro and hook-and-loop strapping.
• Perform patch and label work on both cable ends - MPO and LC termination, connector cleaning (Sticklers, US Conec, Fluke Quick Clean), inspection, and full labeling to project spec.
• Handle Cat6 / Cat6A UTP Ethernet installations including cable pulls, jack termination, and Cat6/6A certification hand-off.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on structured cabling experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Certified for scissor lift and aerial lift operation (OSHA-compliant training documentation required).
• OSHA 10 certification (OSHA 30 preferred).
• Experience with pass-through installations, fire-stop coordination, and cable tray/ladder rack routing.
• Working knowledge of MPO and LC connector types, cleaning tools, and inspection scopes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BICSI Installer 1 (INST1) or Installer 2 - Copper (INST2-C) certification.
• Prior hyperscale data center project experience.
• Familiarity with structured cabling standards (TIA-568, TIA-942).
• Experience with fiber cleaning and inspection tools (Sticklers CleanClicker, Fluke Fiber Inspection Scope, Viavi FBP).
• Comfortable using test equipment for basic continuity checks (VFL, OLTS).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Extended standing, walking, climbing ladders and scissor lifts, and working overhead at 12-15 ft heights.
• Manual dexterity for connector work in tight spaces (behind racks, in overhead trays).