Data Center Installation Technician

Job Title: Data Center Installation Technician

Location: 250 Technology Dr, Canonsburg, PA 15317 (Onsite)
Duration: 12+-Month Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking a Data Center Installation Technician to support rack and cage installations within a data center environment. This role involves hands-on work including equipment placement, cabling, power connectivity, testing, and documentation. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and basic tool proficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify racks, cages, and related equipment prior to installation
• Position and securely install racks or cabinets on raised floors or slab environments
• Assemble cage structures including panels, doors, locks, and hardware, ensuring proper alignment and security
• Perform rack and stack activities including bolting, unbolting, and working in confined spaces such as under cages or crawl spaces
• Install servers, switches, PDUs, and other hardware components into racks
• Route, organize, and dress power, copper, and fiber cabling to maintain airflow and accessibility
• Connect power and network cabling to appropriate circuits, patch panels, and cross-connects
• Label racks, equipment, cables, ports, and rack units accurately according to standards
• Conduct basic testing, verification, and power-on checks after installation
• Document installation activities including serial numbers, changes, and completion status
• Follow all data center safety, security, and access control procedures

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with floor layout planning, measurements, and placement validation
• Ensure proper clearance and alignment of installed equipment
• Support cage build-outs and ensure readiness for operational use
• Participate in de-installations, upgrades, and moves/adds/changes (MAC work) as required

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience or familiarity with data center environments and cabling standards
• Ability to lift and handle hardware equipment safely
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and physically demanding environments
• Basic proficiency with installation tools (hand tools, drills, etc.)