Data Center Technician

  • NextGen Global Resources
  • Red Oak, Texas
  • 09/11/2026
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

Job Description Job Description

We are seeking a Data Center Technician to support fiber optic and copper cabling installations within active data center construction environments. The technician will be responsible for cable pulling, routing, dressing, porting, termination, testing, and troubleshooting while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.


Key Responsibilities

  • Pull, route, dress, and secure fiber optic and copper cabling.
  • Install cabling through ladder racks, cable trays, conduit, innerduct, and other approved pathways.
  • Port and connect fiber optic cabling while ensuring proper routing and polarity.
  • Terminate copper cabling, including jacks, patch panels, and connectors.
  • Test fiber and copper cabling using Fluke, VIAVI, EXFO, or similar test equipment.
  • Troubleshoot cabling and connectivity issues, including fiber loss, failed terminations, and polarity issues.
  • Read and follow construction drawings, cable schedules, and work instructions.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
  • Follow all site-specific safety, PPE, security, and quality requirements.
  • Work effectively in an active construction environment while meeting established production and quality expectations.
  • Demonstrate strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.


Required Qualifications

  • Previous experience in structured cabling, telecommunications, fiber optics, or data center construction.
  • Hands-on experience pulling and installing fiber optic and copper cabling.
  • Experience terminating copper cabling.
  • Ability to test and troubleshoot fiber and copper cabling.
  • Experience using Fluke, VIAVI, EXFO, or similar testing equipment is preferred.
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including day or night shifts.
  • Ability to work safely and effectively in an active construction environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.


Work Environment

  • Active data center construction environment.
  • Requires adherence to site-specific safety, PPE, security, and quality standards.
  • Ability to work extended 12-hour shifts, including day and night schedules.
Company Description

• What you didn't know about us:
• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
• Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

• We are Connectors. We thrive on 'quality over quantity' and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

• We are Collaborators. You'll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don't stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

• We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
• Kelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• For more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.
• You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

Company Description • What you didn't know about us: • Competitive salary • Health, Dental and Vision Benefits • Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection • Life Insurance and Retirement Plans • Employee Assistance Program • With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry! • We are Connectors. We thrive on 'quality over quantity' and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner! • We are Collaborators. You'll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don't stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support. • We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page! • Kelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. • For more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law. • You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.