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This role supports a large nationwide cabling initiative for a major data center client, focusing on upgrading legacy coax infrastructure to modern fiber solutions. You will work as part of a specialized Level 2 tiger team of data center technicians that travels to new sites, establishes processes and procedures, and ensures projects start correctly and run smoothly. The position requires extensive travel to data centers across the United States, with most work performed on-site at client facilities and some work completed in your home market data center during project downtime.

Responsibilities

+ Travel nationwide to data center sites, spending up to approximately two weeks on the road at a time before returning home, in order to support a large-scale cabling and infrastructure upgrade initiative.

+ Serve as part of a Level 2 data center technician tiger team responsible for being the first technical group on new project sites and setting up initial processes, procedures, and best practices.

+ Support the transition of older coax cabling to fiber by performing cable replacement activities in a structured data center environment.

+ Pull, route, and terminate cabling, including coax and fiber, in accordance with data center standards and project specifications.

+ Perform hands-on troubleshooting of data center cabling and related infrastructure to identify and resolve issues quickly and effectively.

+ Configure, test, and validate cable installations to ensure proper performance, connectivity, and reliability for production environments.

+ Collaborate with on-site staff and future Level 1 cable technicians to ensure a smooth handoff of work once initial project phases are complete.

+ Document work performed, including cabling routes, terminations, and any issues encountered, to maintain accurate records and support ongoing operations.

+ Adhere to established data center processes, safety procedures, and security protocols while working in live production environments.

+ Work at your home market data center during periods between nationwide projects, continuing to support cabling and infrastructure tasks as needed.

+ Communicate clearly with project leads and team members regarding status, issues, and requirements to keep projects on track and aligned with client expectations.

Essential Skills

+ Proven experience working as a data center technician in a live data center environment.

+ Hands-on experience pulling and terminating cabling in structured cabling or data center projects.

+ Practical experience working with both coax and fiber cabling, including replacement and upgrade activities.

+ Strong troubleshooting skills related to data center cabling and connectivity issues.

+ Ability and willingness to travel extensively nationwide, with the flexibility to be on the road for up to approximately two weeks at a time.

+ Capability to work independently on-site and step into projects from day one with minimal supervision.

+ Comfort working in a process-driven environment and following established procedures and standards.

+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality when performing cable installations and terminations.

+ Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members, on-site personnel, and project stakeholders.

Additional Skills and Qualifications

+ Experience supporting large-scale cabling initiatives or infrastructure upgrade projects in data centers.

+ Working in teams that establish new processes and procedures for technical operations.

+ Familiarity with working alongside Level 1 technicians and providing guidance or leadership during project transitions.

+ Ability to adapt quickly to new data center environments, layouts, and client-specific standards.

+ Comfort working on contract-based assignments with defined project durations.

Work Environment

You will work primarily in a professional data center environment that emphasizes reliability, security, and adherence to strict operational standards. The role involves approximately 75% nationwide travel and 25% work in your home market data center, with trips typically lasting up to about two weeks before you return home. Travel arrangements are coordinated for you, and out-of-pocket travel expenses are reimbursed, providing structure and support while you work on the road. On-site, you will operate around live production systems, cabling infrastructure, and related equipment, following established processes and safety protocols. The work is hands-on and physically active, involving tasks such as pulling, routing, and terminating coax and fiber cabling within racks, pathways, and structured cabling systems. You can expect a professional, process-oriented setting with a focus on precision, organization, and compliance with data center standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, work...

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