Lead Data Center Technician – Structured Cabling
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Next Level Technician (NLT) is seeking an experienced Lead Data Center Technician
to lead and perform structured cabling installations, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with customer specifications.
Enjoy weekly pay, benefits, and steady work with a national leader in low voltage staffing. APPLY NOW!
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate technicians, assign daily tasks, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.
Install, terminate, dress, label, test, and troubleshoot single-mode/multimode fiber and copper cabling, including Cat6/Cat6A.
Perform rack and cabinet cabling, backbone installations, horizontal cabling, and data center infrastructure buildouts.
Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, rack elevations, cut sheets, and construction drawings.
Perform and review fiber and copper certification testing, maintain test results, update redlines, and complete project closeout documentation.
Serve as an on-site point of contact for customers, contractors, and project management while mentoring and supporting junior technicians.
Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure installations meet project scope, quality standards, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards.
Follow OSHA requirements, customer safety protocols, and data center security procedures.
Required Qualifications
Must have hands-on experience with Microsoft data center cabling and rack installations.
Minimum of 3 years of structured cabling, telecommunications, or data center experience, including at least 2 years in a lead technician role.
Strong knowledge of copper and fiber cabling, including termination, testing, labeling, and troubleshooting.
Experience with rack installations, rack-and-stack activities, and data center cabling infrastructure.
Familiarity with TIA/EIA standards and BICSI practices.
Ability to read technical drawings, blueprints, rack elevations, and project specifications.
Experience using fiber and copper testing equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
BICSI Installer/Technician certification or equivalent.
OSHA 10/30 certification and fiber-optic certification.
Experience supporting data center deployments, migrations, upgrades, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms.
Ability to bend, kneel, climb, and perform physical labor in active construction and data center environments.- Ability to work extended hours and travel as project requirements dictate.
Why Work with Next Level Technician in VA?
- Weekly Pay: Get paid every week, no waiting
- Competitive Wages: Based on your experience and skillset
- PTO, medical benefits, sign-on & referral bonuses
- Career Growth: Advance through BICSI-certified training and real project experience
- Dedicated Recruiter Support: Deep knowledge of Virginia’s low voltage industry
- National Footprint: Be part of a team respected across Virginia and the U.S.
About Next Level Technician
Next Level Technician connects job-ready low voltage techs with top employers. We handle compliance, payroll, and safety so you can focus on your career. Advance your skills and grow with us!
How to Apply
Ready to take your career to the next level in VA
?
Email your resume to jon.hein@nextleveltechnician.com
for immediate consideration or fill out a quick application on our website.
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