Entry Level Cable Technician - Data Center

Aerotek • Leesburg, VA • 1h ago

Job Title: Entry Level Structured Cabling Data Center Technician

Job Description

Join our dynamic team at a leading data center in Leesburg, Virginia, where you will work standard Monday to Friday business hours. As a Technician, you will play a crucial role in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware and cabling systems.

Responsibilities

Install/remove servers, routers, power supplies, and related hardware

Support rack/stack work, labeling, documentation, and cabling pathways

Install, terminate, and test Cat6 and fiber optic cabling

Perform basic hardware upgrades and OS installs

Assist with troubleshooting hardware, cabling, and basic network issues

Maintain accurate records and asset labeling

?Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and test equipment

Essential Skills

0-2 years experience for Tech 1 level; 5+ years for Tech 2 level.

Experience with installation, maintenance, and decommissioning in data centers.

Proficiency in working with copper and fiber optic cabling, routers, and switches.

Skill in rack and stack, Cat6 pulling cable, and structured cabling.

Experience with termination testing, patch panel, fiber polishing, and fusion splicing.

Must have ground-up construction data center experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Strong communication, teamwork, and time management skills.

Basic understanding of data center systems, including servers, SANs, and network technologies.

Foundational knowledge of structured cabling systems, including copper and fiber media.

Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings, floor plans, and schematics.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other productivity tools.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first month following hire, 401(k) retirement plan with company match and profit-sharing opportunities, and employer-paid life insurance. Additional perks include paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, volunteer time off, and reimbursement programs for tools, boots, and tuition. Be part of a supportive and inclusive team environment that values work-life balance and community involvement.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily in data center and field environments and may require work during nonstandard hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on customer needs. Standard PPE is required (provided by the company), and composite boots are a must.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Leesburg, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $35.00/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 Leesburg,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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

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