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Data Center Technician

TEKsystems, New Carlisle, IN, United States


Direct Line is hiring entry-level Data Center Technicians to work on cabling and fiber installs inside large data centers in New Carlisle, IN. Experience in low voltage, electrical work, or structured cabling is welcome.

What You'll Be Doing
Pull, route, terminate, label, and dress copper and fiber cabling
Install and remove network cabling and equipment in live data centers
Work in MDF and IDF closets
Install ladder racks and seismic bracing above and below raised floors
Read blueprints, floor plans, and job drawings
Help with copper and fiber testing and troubleshooting
Keep work areas clean, organized, and professional
Follow all jobsite safety rules and standards
Take direction from lead and senior technicians
Learn advanced skills such as fiber splicing, labeling systems, and service swaps

What We're Looking For
Background in low voltage, electrical, telecom, or cabling work
Comfortable using basic hand tools
Understand jobsite safety and take it seriously
Can read floor plans and follow instructions
Willing to learn fiber, testing, and data center standards
Reliable, shows up on time, and works well with a team
Understand how to work on customer sites professionally

This Role Is Ideal For
Entry-level low voltage techs
Electrical apprentices transitioning into data centers
Technicians looking to level up skills and pay long-term

Physical & Job Requirements
Able to pull cable, climb ladders, and work on raised floors
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
On your feet most of the day: walking, standing, bending
Good hand dexterity for tools, terminations, and testing
Comfortable working in active data center environments

Why This Position Is Attractive
Steady work in a growing industry
Hands-on training with real data center equipment
Clear path to move up from entry-level to senior technician
Work with experienced crews who know the job
Build high-demand skills nationwide

Job Type & Location: Contract position based out of New Carlisle, IN.

Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Benefits
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)

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard 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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