Data Center Regional Technician (Travel)

We have a client seeking Data Center Regional Technicians/Engineers (LAYER 1).

**THIS POSITION REQUIRES REGIONAL/NATIONWIDE TRAVEL (away for weeks at a time, home for a week and then back at it) Must be willing to travel (expenses paid) 75-100%**

• Work is to be performed during maintenance windows (evening/night shifts)
• Typical schedule: arrival ~5PM, work window ~6PM–2AM
• Standard 40 hours/week travel work
• Convert to FTE from contract in 3-6 months

Core technical skills

• Reading and interpreting network diagrams, cut sheets, and patching schedules
• Identifying and working with copper and fiber types (Cat5e/6/6A, MM/SM fiber, connectors)
• Proper terminations (jacks, patch panels, fiber enclosures) to spec
• Labeling and documentation that match design and as-built requirements
• Use of test gear (certifiers, OTDR, light meters, toners) to validate links
• Basic Layer 1 troubleshooting (opens, shorts, reversals, cross-talk, dirty/bad fiber)

Cutover-specific skills

• Following a detailed MOP (method of procedure) step-by-step
• Executing patching changes in the correct order and within maintenance window
• Verifying path (IDF–MDF–rack–port) before making or moving any connection
• Supporting rollback plans if circuits fail validation after cutover
• Coordinating live turn-up testing with network engineers (pings, throughput, failover)

Standards and quality

• Working knowledge of TIA/EIA and BICSI best practices for structured cabling
• Maintaining bend radius, separation from power, and proper support (ladders, J?hooks, Velcro)
• Rack/stack basics: dressing patch cords, managing slack, maintaining airflow
• Ensuring all work meets site standards for labeling, color schemes, and pathway usage

Operational and safety skills

• Job site safety: ladders, lifts, PPE, confined spaces, power tools
• Time management to hit milestones inside tight maintenance windows
• Keeping accurate redlines and as-built updates during and after the cut

Communication and coordination

• Clear communication with NOC/engineers, project manager, and on-site stakeholders
• Escalating issues quickly with accurate, concise status updates
• Working calmly under pressure during outages or unexpected issues

Broadstaff, LLC., provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification protected by federal, state or local laws.

Pay: Up to $40.00 per hour

Experience:

• Layer 1 data center work: 3 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $40