Lead Technician - Data Center Construction

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $68,000–$79,000 per year
Travel: Travel assistance available for qualified candidates

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Technician with a background in data center construction, data center infrastructure, or structured cabling installations to lead a team of 3–5 technicians and installers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a technical professional who understands data center cabling infrastructure and can oversee installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting of copper and fiber optic cabling systems while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Candidates with experience working on data center construction projects, new builds, infrastructure deployments, or large-scale structured cabling installations are strongly encouraged to apply.

You do not need to live in Cedar Rapids to be considered. Travel assistance is available for qualified candidates who can commit to working onsite for several weeks at a time before returning home for scheduled breaks.

Who Should Apply?

We encourage candidates with relevant hands-on cabling experience, including:

• Data Center Technicians
• Data Center Construction Technicians
• Low Voltage Technicians
• Cable Technicians
• Structured Cabling Technicians
• Fiber Optic Technicians
• Telecommunications Technicians
• Electrical or Communications Technicians with cabling experience
• Lead Technicians and experienced installers

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of 3–5 technicians and installers on data center construction and structured cabling projects.
• Install, terminate, label, test, and troubleshoot copper and fiber optic cabling systems.
• Support the deployment of data center cabling infrastructure, including pathways, horizontal cabling, backbone cabling, and cross-connects.
• Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, technical drawings, specifications, and cable schedules.
• Set up and operate copper and fiber optic testing equipment to verify installation quality and troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure all work meets project specifications, applicable industry standards, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Train, mentor, and support technicians to improve technical skills and overall team performance.
• Monitor jobsite organization, installation quality, safety compliance, and project productivity.
• Coordinate daily activities to meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Maintain professional communication with customers, project managers, and team members.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2–5 years of experience in structured cabling, data center construction, telecommunications infrastructure, or a related construction environment.
• Hands-on experience installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, floor plans, and installation specifications.
• Familiarity with structured cabling infrastructure, including cable pathways, backbone cabling, and cross-connects.
• Ability to operate copper and fiber testing equipment.
• Previous experience leading, coordinating, or mentoring technicians is strongly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to distinguish cable color codes and follow industry standards.
• OSHA 30 in Construction: Must be obtained before starting
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Willingness to work days, nights, or weekends as project requirements dictate.
• Ability to travel and remain onsite in Cedar Rapids for several weeks at a time.

Preferred Certifications

• BICSI Installer 2 Copper.
• BICSI Installer 2 Fiber.
• BICSI Certified Technician: Must be obtained within the first 12 months of employment.

Candidates with hands-on data center cabling experience and the ability to lead a small technical team will be especially well suited for this position.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today to join as a Lead Technician supporting data center infrastructure projects.

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