Data Center Field Installations Technician (L2)
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Job description
Lead rack build and deployment activities based on engineering documentation Perform rack & stack activities for servers, storage, and network hardware Execute and validate fiber and copper cabling installations Troubleshoot and resolve fiber connectivity issues Perform basic cable testing and validation Support power installations and verify redundant feed configurations Install and validate advanced cooling systems including D2C liquid cooling Execute initial system bring-up activities and hardware checks Validate installations against project standards and QA checklists Support and guide L1 technicians during deployments Coordinate with engineering, operations, and project teams Maintain installation documentation and report deployment progress Tech Breakdown 40% Fiber Cabling & Troubleshooting 25% Rack & Stack / Hardware Installations 15% Power & Cooling Infrastructure 10% Deployment Validation & QA 10% Documentation & Team Coordination Daily Responsibilities 70% Hands-On Data Center Installation Work 15% Troubleshooting & Validation 10% Team Collaboration & Coordination 5% Documentation & Reporting
Requirements
Proven experience in data center environments or hands-on infrastructure deployments Strong rack & stack experience Hands-on structured cabling experience (fiber + copper) Fiber troubleshooting and testing experience Experience using fiber testing tools (Fluke preferred) Knowledge of server, storage, and network hardware installations Experience with power distribution units (PDUs) and redundant power concepts Ability to read rack elevations, schematics, and installation documentation Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Experience supporting deployment validation and QA activities Comfortable working onsite in physically demanding environments Ability to work independently and support junior technicians Desired Skills & Experience Experience in hyperscale or enterprise data centers Exposure to AI infrastructure deployments Knowledge of direct-to-chip (D2C) liquid cooling systems Experience with DX airflow optimization and cooling methodologies Familiarity with BIOS validation, firmware checks, and basic OS imaging Understanding of automated deployment tools or PXE imaging Previous experience supporting Google, NTT, Lumen, or similar enterprise deployments