Data Center Technician
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Job description
We are seeking highly skilled Data Center Technicians to join a growing IT team supporting cloud computing and artificial intelligence infrastructure. This role involves break-fix of GPUs, servers, network, and cabling, as well as ticket management using ITSM tools. Candidates will be responsible for deploying and maintaining data center infrastructure, including GPU and network racks, cabling, and server components.
The Story Behind the Role
In Columbus, Ohio, a major data center expansion is underway to support the future of cloud computing and AI. At three key facilities, teams are deploying powerful GPU clusters-critical for high-performance computing, machine learning, and enterprise-scale data processing.
This is a high-tech, high-impact environment operating 24/7 on a 3x4x12 schedule across all four core shifts (Front/Back Days/Nights). The operation is built for resilience and scalability, and the team is looking for the right professionals to help make it happen., * Experienced Technicians (L4) - 3+ years of dedicated data center experience, focused on diagnosing and resolving hardware issues., * Deploy and configure GPUs in servers
- Perform break-fix tasks on GPUs, servers, network, and cabling
- Manage tickets using ITSM tools
- Land fully populated GPU or network racks including rack movement, baying, leveling, grounding, hot-air containment, and overhead cable containment trays
- Interpret BOMs to ensure all materials are accounted for
- Install, test, and label copper and fiber infrastructures
- Handle and install optical modules (SFPs, QSFP)
- Scope and clean fibers (SC, LC, MPO styles)
- Rack and stack equipment within existing racks
- Patch fiber and copper cables
- Lead and manage teams effectively
- Travel as required
- Work with DC power and DC powered equipment
- Provide daily communication and document progress using MS Office and digital photos
- Familiarity with telecom engineering designs specific to enterprise-level data centers
Requirements
For this position you will be tasked with maintaining the hardware infrastructure of the latest cloud computing server technologies. The ideal candidate will be able to quickly and accurately resolve issues with server and network hardware through root cause analysis with a solid understanding of computers servers network devices and command line diagnostics.
You must possess: technical aptitude and the ability to communicate advanced technical information with a variety individuals of varying technical knowledge good situational awareness the capability to contribute to strong inter and intra-team development strong analytical skills demonstrated problem solving ability and the ability to operate solo or as part of a team with varying degrees of supervision. This position requires the ability to successfully operate in high-pressure time-sensitive situations while handling multiple critical priorities simultaneously. Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate effective examples of situations where personal initiative and judgment were used to benefit team objectives.
Some work will be performed in an AWS GovCloud region. Access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to individuals who are U.S. Citizens. GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States
Skills
data center, hardware, troubleshooting, support
Top Skills Details
data center, hardware, troubleshooting, support, * Mid-Level Technicians (L3) - 1+ years of experience supporting hardware installation, cabling, and break/fix tasks., * 1-5+ years of deployment and/or break-fix experience in a data center
- Extensive experience with GPU or network rack deployment
- Strong knowledge of Ethernet cabling technologies (copper, fiber SM/MM/MPO)
- Experience with optical modules and fiber cleaning
- Proven leadership experience
- Willingness to travel
- Strong communication and documentation skills, * Data center deployment and troubleshooting
- GPU deployment experience (preferred)
- Hardware installation and cabling, Data center, deployment, fiber optic cable, cable, rack and stack, cabling, troubleshooting, Cat6, Cat5, GPU
Benefits & conditions
- Front Half Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, & Every other Wednesday (6 AM - 6:30 PM)
- Front Half Nights: Same days as above (6 PM - 6:30 AM)
- Back Half Days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Every other Wednesday (6 AM - 6:30 PM)
- Back Half Nights: Same days as above (6 PM - 6:30 AM), This is a Contract- to- hire position based out of Columbus, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.36.
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 Columbus.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on April 6, 2026.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.63 - $22.63/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 Columbus, OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on April 6, 2026.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.63 - $22.63/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)
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