Datacenter Technician

Location: GoodYear AZ 85338 Work Mode: Onsite

Pay Rate: Monthly on W2Duration: Initially 3 months

Job Responsibilities: Review engineering drawings, deployment packages, and bills of materials (BOMs) before installation. Install and assemble network hardware according to engineering specifications and standard operating procedures. Install, route, and patch pre-terminated fiber-optic and copper cabling. Label cables, ports, and network equipment accurately. Assist network engineers with connectivity troubleshooting, network provisioning, and deployment validation. Collect project deliverables, including installation photos, cable records, and completion documentation. Provide daily progress updates to team leads and customer representatives. Coordinate with technicians, network engineers, and external vendors to complete projects on schedule. Maintain organized work areas, equipment inventories, and installation materials. Participate in quality audits, emergency troubleshooting, and on-call rotations as required. Travel to project sites as needed to support changing deployment workloads.

Required Skills: Hands-on experience with network hardware installation and physical infrastructure deployment. Knowledge of fiber-optic cabling, copper cabling, patch panels, and cable labeling. Familiarity with Ethernet, network switches, transceivers, and physical connectivity troubleshooting. Ability to read engineering drawings, installation guides, rack layouts, and bills of materials. Strong documentation skills and proficiency with Google Workspace, including Sheets and Docs. Ability to troubleshoot basic network connectivity issues and support network engineers. Strong organizational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements: Ability to work onsite and move around the work area for extended periods. Ability to regularly carry a 20 lb ladder. Ability to lift 50 lb equipment multiple times per day. Willingness to travel extensively, potentially up to 100%, depending on project requirements. Availability to participate in emergency on-call support when required.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in data center deployments, hyperscale network construction, or enterprise network installations. Experience installing pre-terminated fiber-optic cabling and low-voltage infrastructure. Experience with rack-and-stack activities, cable management, hardware replacement, and network equipment deployment. Previous experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, or construction-related technical roles. Experience 2+ years of hands-on experience in network deployment, fiber installation, data center operations, or field service is preferred. Candidates with relevant practical installation experience and strong troubleshooting skills are encouraged to apply.

Education and Certifications: High school diploma, technical diploma, or equivalent practical experience. CompTIA Network+, FOA fiber-optic certifications, BICSI credentials, or relevant networking certifications are advantageous.