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# Junior Data Center Operations Technician

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Newington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $115,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JIRA, Software Documentation, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Data Security, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Linux, Issue Tracking Systems, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Network Routers, Software Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Network Server, Servicenow, Vmware
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9053133/junior-data-center-operations-technician

## About the Role

* 1-3 years of experience supporting data center operations, IT infrastructure, or hardware deployments
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 * Experience installing, racking, cabling, or maintaining enterprise server and network equipment
 * Basic understanding of servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and structured cabling
 * Familiarity with copper and fiber optic cabling standards
 * Basic understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, switches, routers, and patch panels
 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
 * Excellent communication and documentation abilities
 * Ability to lift and install IT equipment in a data center environment
 * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

 * Experience supporting enterprise or colocation data center environments
 * Familiarity with Windows Server, Linux, or VMware environments
 * Experience with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Remedy, or Jira
 * CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or similar industry certifications
 * Experience with asset management or data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools

## Description

is seeking a to support a mission-critical enterprise data center environment. The Junior Data Center Operations Technician will work alongside senior engineers and technicians to support day-to-day data center operations including hardware installations, structured cabling, equipment lifecycle management, and basic infrastructure troubleshooting.

 * Rack, stack, cable, and install servers, storage systems, network equipment, and IT appliances
 * Perform structured cabling including copper and fiber optic cable installations, labeling, and cable management
 * Assist with equipment deployments, hardware refreshes, upgrades, relocations, and decommissioning activities
 * Troubleshoot basic hardware, connectivity, and cabling issues while escalating complex technical issues to senior engineers
 * Document troubleshooting activities, equipment installations, and operational procedures
 * Support data center inventory management, asset tracking, and equipment organization
 * Follow established cabling standards, installation procedures, and data center best practices
 * Assist with incident response activities and support restoration efforts during infrastructure outages
 * Maintain clean, organized, and secure data center environments
 * Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, and systems teams to support enterprise IT operations
 * Adhere to change management processes and operational documentation standards


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