Data Center Install & Day 2 Technicians

Rightech is working with a national data center construction systems integrator who is looking to add both experienced construction Data Center Technicians and Smart Hands / Day 2 Support Technicians to their team in Sandston, VA. This is a one year + contract with possible conversion after one year.

This is a 24 / 7 role so candidates should be open to working the day and night shift. Overtime will be available.

The role will support the installation of structured cabling (fiber and copper) and equipment in critical data center environments. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity, typically after one year, offering hands-on training, mentorship, and a clear path for career growth in the telecom and low voltage industry.

Data Center Construction Job Responsibilities:

• Cable infrastructure and Fiber rough in.
• Cable management (dressing and labeling).
• Cable and Fiber termination.
• Install fiber tray, ladder rack, customer equipment, and cabinets.
• Infrastructure installs (cable management, fiber tray systems, ladder racks, power trays).
• Material receiving and hardware assembly.
• Outside Plant (OSP) installation (run fiber into Data Center).
• Read and follow blueprints set for installation.
• Follow written and oral communication displaying professionalism with colleagues and management.
• Follow safety guidelines and protocols (Proper PPE, clean up jobsite, OSHA).

Day 2 Support Smart Hands Responsibilities

• Directly support and complete all scheduled data center MACs (Moves/Adds/Changes)
• Hardware installation MACs, including device labeling, power connectivity and network cable connectivity
• Cross connects, jumper cable installation
• Complete hardware support work orders involving hardware and cabling MACs, certification, troubleshooting and break-fix
• Asset management, auditing and daily work log/ticket tracking
• Maintain a safe and secure operating environment within the data center and report any violations to their immediate supervisor
• Detailed and thorough documentation and record keeping
• Maintain site security protocols, badging requirements and data protection procedures
• Coordinate equipment/material receiving, shipping and RMA processing support as/when required
• Support standard and emergency operating procedures for data center.
• Provide status reporting regarding Data Center service availability, performance, capacity utilization as required
• Daily error log reporting and physical DC inspections for general health, power, cooling, hazards, etc.
• Coordinates equipment installation and delivery schedules in accordance with set project plans
• On-Call duties as needed

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• 0-5+ years of Data Center Technician experience.
• Active OSHA 10
• Physical Requirement: Must be able to work on a ladder and/or scissor lift, in confined spaces, lift to 50 pounds, and move up to 75 pounds. Ability to work on your feet for entire shift.
• Tools: Basic Hand Tools: screwdriver (multi-Bit), tape measure, snips, pliers (needle nose and channel locks), punch down tool, flashlight, electric tape
• PPE: Retention Style Hard hat, Level IV Cut Resistant Work Gloves, Safety Glasses, Level IV Safety vest, and work boots (steel toe or composite toe).

National low voltage integrator specializing in hospitality venues.