Data Center Installation Technician

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Data Center Installation Technician

Location: Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania

Work Model: Fully onsite
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with flexibility for alternate weekday or weekend schedules when needed

Position Overview

We are hiring Data Center Installation Technicians to support a large-scale infrastructure deployment in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania.

This is a hands-on role focused on installing racks, cabling, and related data center equipment in an active construction environment. The position is best suited for candidates with experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, fiber, copper, low-voltage systems, inside-plant work, data center installation, or security-system wiring.

This is not a desk-based IT support or critical-facilities role.

Responsibilities

• Install, move, and position server racks, carts, and related equipment
• Pull, route, organize, label, and manage fiber and copper cabling
• Support rack-and-stack activities and hardware deployment
• Work with patch panels, cable pathways, and structured cabling systems
• Follow work instructions, diagrams, drawings, SOPs, and installation checklists
• Perform basic Layer 1 troubleshooting on fiber and copper connections
• Use a laptop for inventory, ticketing, documentation, and task tracking
• Inspect work for quality, accuracy, and compliance with installation standards
• Work closely with technicians, leads, and onsite managers
• Adapt to changing priorities and meet project deadlines
• Follow all safety, PPE, and construction-site requirements

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in at least one of the following:
• • Telecommunications
  • Structured cabling
  • Fiber or copper installation
  • Low-voltage systems
  • Inside-plant telecom
  • Data center installation
  • Network installation
  • Security cameras, access control, or alarm wiring
• Experience pulling or running cable in a structured environment
• Basic understanding of Layer 1 infrastructure and physical connectivity
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, diagrams, and SOPs
• Basic computer skills for documentation, inventory, and ticketing
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in an active construction environment

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move up to 35 pounds repeatedly
• Participate in team lifts of 41 pounds or more
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and climb ladders for extended periods
• Work in cramped, elevated, noisy, or temperature-variable environments
• Push, pull, and maneuver racks, carts, and equipment safely
• Wear required PPE throughout the workday

Footwear Requirement

Candidates must provide their own:

• Over-the-ankle leather work boots
• Composite-toe protection

Steel-toe boots and sneaker-style safety shoes are not accepted for this assignment.

Qualifications

• Data center cabling experience
• Rack-and-stack experience
• Fiber or copper testing experience
• Cat5e or Cat6 installation experience
• Patch-panel experience
• CCTV or access-control installation experience
• Telecom-provider or inside-plant background
• Relevant technical certification or associate degree

Schedule

The primary schedule for this opening is:

• Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Candidates should also have flexibility to support alternate schedules when business needs require, including:

• Sunday–Wednesday
• Wednesday–Saturday
• Tuesday–Friday

Work Environment

The team operates in a process-driven, safety-focused environment that values:

• Ownership
• Accountability
• Communication
• Quality
• Continuous learning
• Consistent execution

Additional Information

• Fully onsite in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania
• Overtime may be available based on project needs but is not guaranteed
• Extension or long-term employment opportunities may be available based on performance
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Sponsorship is not available for this assignment
• Right-to-represent authorization is required before submission

Company Description•\tWhat you didn’t know about us:
•\tCompetitive salary
•\tHealth, Dental and Vision Benefits
•\tShort/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
•\tLife Insurance and Retirement Plans
•\tEmployee Assistance Program
•\tWith this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

•\tWe are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

•\tWe are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

•\tWe give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
•\tKelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to , genetic information, , , , , , veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
•\tFor more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.
•\tYou should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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