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Traveling Data Center Technician II
Location: Meridian, MS (Local, must be open to out of state travel)
Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, typically starting at 7:00 AM; 10-hour shifts; additional sixth day as needed
Pay: $22.00-$30.00 per hour
Job Summary
The Traveling Data Center Technician II is responsible for installing, routing, dressing, and terminating structured cabling within data center environments. This role works as part of a team to install fiber and copper cabling, cable trays, racks, and related infrastructure while maintaining established quality and safety standards. Candidates must be comfortable traveling to other project locations for extended training assignments and working a schedule that may include additional days based on project needs.
Job Responsibilities
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Pull, route, and dress fiber optic cable in a team environment.
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Install and terminate copper cabling, including Cat 5 and Cat 6.
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Assist with or perform fiber optic cable termination based on experience.
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Install cable trays and other cable-support infrastructure.
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Perform rack-and-stack activities for data center equipment.
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Route and organize cabling according to project specifications and industry standards.
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Maintain clean and organized work areas throughout installation activities.
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Collaborate with team members to complete installations efficiently and accurately.
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Follow established safety procedures and project requirements.
Job Requirements
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Previous experience pulling and dressing fiber optic cable in a team environment.
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Experience terminating copper cabling, including Cat 5 and Cat 6.
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Experience with data center, structured cabling, low-voltage, or telecommunications installations.
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Ability to install cable trays and perform rack-and-stack activities.
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Fiber optic termination experience is preferred.
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Ability to follow technical instructions, installation standards, and safety procedures.
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Ability to work 10-hour shifts and an additional sixth day when required.
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Ability and willingness to travel for approximately 4-6 weeks at a time for project assignments and training.
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Must be local to the Meridian, MS area.
Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)
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This position requires extended travel to other project sites for training and project support.
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Candidates should be prepared for travel assignments lasting approximately 4-6 weeks.
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Regular and reliable attendance is required based on project schedules.
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About Equiliem
Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.
Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.
For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Matching 401(k)
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Discounts & Rewards
- Payroll Payment Options
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Salary : $22 - $30