Experienced Data Center Cable Technician; Level 1

Position: ? Experienced Data Center Cable Technician (Level 1)
Experienced Data Center Cable Technician (Level
1)

Sterling, VA | $19-$22/hr | Full-Time | Data Center Construction Environment
Are you a skilled cable technician with at least 2 years of hands-on data center experience?
If you know your way around fiber pulls, Fluke testing, and terminations - this team wants you on the ground ASAP.
We're expanding headcount to support multiple new projects in the NOVA data center market, and we're hiring experienced Level 1 Cable Technicians who can show up, perform, and deliver quality from day one.
Important: Less than 2 years of data center experience = automatic disqualification. This crew needs technicians who have already worked in active data center builds.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be onsite inside large-scale data centers supporting structured cabling installation, testing, and quality-driven build-outs:

• Pulling and installing fiber optic cable throughout the data hall
• Terminating copper and fiber to industry standards
• Performing Fluke testing on copper/fiber infrastructure
• "Dressing" and managing cable for clean, professional installations
• Working safely in an active construction environment with full PPE

Required Tools (Bring Your Own)

To hit the ground running, techs must arrive with:

• Electrician snips
• Basic hand tools (Phillips, flathead, wrench set, socket set)
• Hand drill (preferred - provided if needed)

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of data center experience
• Fiber pulling experience
• Copper + fiber termination experience
• Fluke testing proficiency
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand construction site
• Strong attention to detail and clean cable workmanship

Nice to Have

• Experience cable dressing / cable management expression
• Previous NOVA data center project experience
• Any relevant low-voltage certificates

Work Environment

• Onsite in a live data center construction setting
• Full PPE required (hard hat, safety glasses, high-vis, steel toes)
• Fast-moving project timelines with high expectations
• Monday-Friday schedules with potential for extended hours during peak phases

Why This Team Is Hiring

Massive project wins in the Northern Virginia data center market have created immediate staffing needs.
The team must ramp up headcount before March 16 to deliver for new clients - this is your chance to join an expanding, high-performing crew.
This is the first time external technicians are being placed with this team. They are looking for professionals who can represent them well and produce quality work.

Who Thrives Here

• Experienced technicians who prefer fast-paced, high-output data center work
• People who take ownership, pride, and precision in their craft
• Techs who show up prepared, on time, and ready to deliver

If you're an experienced cabling tech ready to step into a high-demand data center environment, we want to hear from you.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $27.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Sterling,VA.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
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