• Data Center Technician

    TEKsystems (Richmond, VA)


    Job Description:

    We have multiple needs open for data center technicians. These technicians will be doing IT cabling on a grand scale. We have an exclusive contract to build the cable infrastructure for a large data center in Richmond, VA. We have openings for entry level and mid-level technicians!

     

    Your role will be to assist the higher-level techs and the team leads in building out the infrastructure to include pulling cable, pulling fiber, learning color codes, learning how to punch down and terminate cable & fiber, installing cable trays and pathways, and build server racks, and assisting with electronic security installation.

    Role Responsibilities:

    1. Assist with running, terminating, and installing IT cabling (Cat5, Cat6, Coaxial, and Fiber Optics)

    2. Install grounding for server racks, equipment, and cable as required. (heavy Cisco environment)

    3. Perform fire-stopping procedures on fire walls, install sleeves, and on low voltage devices

    4. Terminate low-voltage devices and IT hardware. (Cameras, servers, switches, etc.)

    5. Follow blueprints precisely to ensure the work is being carried out correctly.

    6. Fully complete all paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).

    7. Adhere to and participate in all company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.

    8. Other responsibilities as assigned.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications:

    Punctual and team player, able to flexible on hours. Looking for candidates that don't mind working with their hands and who know how to use basic hand/power tools.

    Employee Value:

    This is a great opportunity to get into the telecommunications field and learn the trade with little to no prior experience in the industry. This is an opportunity as well to advance your career in the data center/telecom industry.

    Work Environment:

    You will be working in a large data center in Richmond, VA. Typically these locations are under construction of some form. Must be comfortable with heights.

     

    Need to be able to handle the physical requirements of the role. Candidates must be comfortable wearing PPE (steel toe boots, vest, hard hat, goggles/glasses, and gloves)

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Richmond,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2025.

    About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

    We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.