Entry level data analyst Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Title : Data Center Cable Technician

Location : Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Employment Type : Full-Time | Entry-Level to Experienced

Pay Rate : $20–$26 / hour (Based on Experience)

Why Join Us

This position offers a valuable entry point into the rapidly growing data center industry . You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic work environment with opportunities for long-term growth and advancement. Training and development support are provided to help you build a successful and sustainable career.

Company Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change based on plan terms.

Eligible benefits may include :

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax options)

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation, and / or Sick Leave

Job Description

We are seeking mechanically inclined individuals to join our team at a data center in Cedar Rapids, IA . As a Data Center Cable Technician, you will work with blueprints and utilize hand and power tools to assemble and mount cable trays, build server racks, and pull fiber optic cable.

Daily tasks include scanning inventory, unpacking materials, assembling server racks, installing servers and switches, and running fiber cabling.

Responsibilities

Assemble and mount cable trays and server racks using blueprints and project documentation

Pull, route, and dress fiber optic cable from point A to point B

Install servers, switches, and related equipment

Scan inventory and unpack materials

Maintain organization, quality, and safety standards on-site

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Experience working on construction or industrial job sites

Mechanical aptitude with 6 months to 1 year of experience

Ability to read and follow blueprints

Strong teamwork skills and attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities and comfort working in fast-paced environments

Additional Skills & Preferred Qualifications

Experience in structured cabling or construction (any trade)

Self-motivated with a positive and professional attitude

Proven problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively

Ability to distinguish different colors and hear audible safety signals

Willingness to travel within the regional territory, as needed

Work Environment

Fully on-site position in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Active construction site environment

Assembly-line-style setting for server rack build-out

Required PPE includes steel-toed boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves

Schedule : Monday–Friday, 7 : 00 AM–5 : 30 PM (five 10-hour shifts)

Occasional Saturdays may be required based on project needs

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00 / hr.

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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2026.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.