Data Center Engineer I Charter Communications United States, North Carolina, Durham Sep 30, 2026

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. Curious about how cutting-edge data centers keep Spectrum's network services running seamlessly? Join our team as Data Center Engineer I and play a pivotal role in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting essential equipment and infrastructure that power our data centers. You'll provide foundational technical support while ensuring reliability and safety, making a tangible difference in our network's performance and customer experience. Shift Requirements for this role : Tuesday to Saturday 11PM to 8AM EST How You'll Make an Impact Install, configure, operate and maintain legacy and new data center equipment using established procedures

Perform routine inspections, operational checks, testing and logging for data center and facility systems

Monitor services and assist with quality assurance and basic troubleshooting of network and facility systems

Install, route, terminate and test Ethernet, coaxial and fiber cabling following engineering and safety practices

Support installation, testing and maintenance of optical transport components and assist with troubleshooting of network issues

Support testing and monitoring of backup power and environmental systems including generators, UPS, DC plants, HVAC and fire/life safety systems

Maintain logs, test records and documentation in compliance with Spectrum procedures and regulations

Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment while supporting project activities for facility upgrades and equipment installations Working Conditions Shift Requirements for this role : Tuesday to Saturday 11PM to 8AM EST Work in a 24x7 fast paced environment

Exposure to continuous moderate noise

Work and travel in inclement weather

Work performed near power facilities and electricity

Ability to work while standing 50 - 70% of the time

Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs. individually or with assistance What You'll Bring to Spectrum Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree or equivalent field experience in science, technology, engineering, electronics or related discipline

Trade/apprenticeship training or discipline-specific licenses/certifications may be considered for equivalent experience Experience 1+ years of data center technician, electronics, network implementation or related hands-on technical experience Skills Basic knowledge of

TCP/IP, OSI

model and network transport concepts

Basic knowledge of Ethernet, coaxial and fiber cabling installation and testing

Basic knowledge of HFC, DOCSIS, CMTS, video networking, IP transport and related network architectures

Basic knowledge of transport technologies such as CWDM, DWDM, SONET, T1, Ethernet, microwave and wireless systems

Basic understanding of critical infrastructure systems including HVAC, generators, UPS, DC plants, inverters, monitoring/control systems and life safety systems

Basic understanding of voltage, amperage and resistance

Ability to use standard hand tools, ladders, test equipment, ticketing systems and common software applications

Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, system maps and layouts

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently on routine assignments and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Ability to distinguish wire colors and sizes and work in tight spaces

Ability to work in high stress, fast paced environment Preferred Qualifications Education Certifications related to optical transport, critical infrastructure or data center operations Experience 1+ years managing construction activities and electrical/mechanical trade work within data centers

1+ years as an electrical/mechanical technician in mission-critical facilities, campus central plants or data centers

1+ years with electrical/mechanical/monitoring systems in military settings or integrated control systems applications

1+ years in computing and networking installation/support across complex environments Skills Knowledge of Spectrum products and services

Knowledge of industry standards such as NEC, ASHRAE, IEEE, IBC, ANSI/TIA and Uptime

Experience in mission-critical facilities or data center environments #LI-RM1

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