Entry Level Data Center Technician

TEKsystems • Ridgeville, SC

3d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level, Level 1 cable technician role involves installing and pulling low-voltage cabling in data center environments. The technician supports experienced team members with cabling, equipment setup, and general installation tasks. No prior telecom experience is required; training is provided. The work is based in Ridgeville, South Carolina, and is fully onsite. The position is contract to hire and pays $20.00 per hour.

The work takes place in active construction environments and can involve physically demanding tasks, working outdoors in hot and cold weather, and using ladders and lifts during 10-hour shifts. OSHA 10 training and required site and contractor safety orientations must be completed before site access. The role requires dependable attendance, attention to safety and detail, a positive attitude, and willingness to follow direction and learn installation practices.

Requirements

• Experience in physically demanding environments such as construction, trades, military, or similar settings.
• Comfort working on ladders and lifts throughout 10-hour shifts.
• Ability to work 10-hour days outdoors in hot and cold weather.
• Strong work ethic and consistently positive attitude.
• Reliable attendance and dependability in prior roles.
• Attention to detail and a strong safety mindset on active construction sites.
• General labor experience using hand tools and working with equipment daily.
• Willingness and ability to learn low-voltage cabling and data center installation practices.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and tools for extended periods.
• OSHA 10 training before getting on site; candidates may obtain it at their own expense if they do not already have it.
• Completion of required site trainings, including partner onboarding and general contractor safety orientations, before site access.
• Ability to adapt to different schedules and assignments across construction and production teams.
• Trainable mindset and willingness to follow direction from experienced technicians and supervisors.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on electrical or military experience.
• Experience operating scissor lifts or similar equipment.
• Previous experience in construction or technology installation environments.
• Comfort working in structured, safety-driven environments with multiple trainings and orientations.
• Interest in growing into leadership roles over time within a technology and infrastructure-focused organization.

Responsibilities

• Pull and route low-voltage cabling throughout data centers according to project specifications and safety standards.
• Assemble, stack, and drill equipment racks under the guidance of experienced technicians.
• Scan, label, and port equipment to accurately document and organize network components.
• Support general installation tasks as directed by experienced technicians and site leads.
• Work on ladders and lifts to install and manage cabling and equipment at various heights.
• Lift, carry, and move materials and tools in active construction environments.
• Follow site safety policies and procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment.
• Maintain dependable attendance and arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
• Work outdoors in hot and cold conditions while demonstrating a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Collaborate with teammates and communicate clearly with supervisors to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, subject to eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions, subject to eligibility.
• Voluntary life insurance and AD&D coverage for the employee and dependents, subject to eligibility.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, subject to eligibility.
• Health Spending Account (HSA), subject to eligibility.
• Transportation benefits, subject to eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program, subject to eligibility.
• Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, subject to eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed