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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Centre Operator - **Company:** N Consulting Ltd - **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $50,000.0 - $60,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Network Interface Controllers, Hard Disk Drives, Network Troubleshooting, Network Connections, Load Balancing, Storage Devices, SAP Ariba, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** May 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bc32611b9ab809b5 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Network troubleshooting?, The role requires hands-on technical expertise, strong operational discipline, and the ability to work independently during assigned shifts, including on-call and emergency support., * Hands-on experience in enterprise data centre operations. * Strong knowledge of copper and fibre cabling (SM, MM). * Experience with rack & stack, hardware installations, and break/fix repairs. * Familiarity with tools such as DCRM, DCTracks, HRS, or equivalent systems. * Ability to troubleshoot network connectivity and hardware faults. * Comfortable working in 24x7 shift-based environments. Tools & Equipment * Proficient with hand tools for hardware and cabling installation. * Experience using fibre testing and troubleshooting equipment (1G / 10G / 100G). * Familiarity with portable cable labelling tools (e.g., Brady BMP series). ## Description The Data Centre Operations Engineer is responsible for providing 24x7 ( Multiple Shifts) onsite data centre hardware and cabling support for critical enterprise data centres. This role delivers "smart hands" services in a managed services environment, supporting installations, break/fix repairs, decommissioning, and inventory management while adhering strictly to change management, security, and safety standards., Data Centre Hardware & Cabling Operations * Perform rack, stack, and installation of IT hardware (servers, network, and storage devices). * Install and remove copper and fibre cabling (Single-Mode, Multi-Mode). * Plan and execute cable routing, trunking, patch panel installations, and capacity upgrades. * Label all cabling and equipment in accordance with data centre standards. * Power up cabinets and IT devices following best practices and load balancing guidelines. New Installations * Review and acknowledge work requests via DCRM within 24 hours. * Complete installations within agreed SLAs and business timelines. * Configure management interfaces (iLO / iDRAC). * Perform network connectivity testing, including ping tests. * Update all relevant systems (DCRM, DCTracks, HRS). * Coordinate with network, SAN, and customer teams during planning and execution. Break / Fix & Incident Support * Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and cabling issues within SLA targets. * Replace hardware components such as NICs, SFPs, memory, and hard drives. * Join major incident (MIM) and outage bridges as required. * Maintain clear communication with incident bridge owners and stakeholders. * Provide timely updates and close tickets within defined resolution timelines. Decommissioning & Asset Management * Execute decommissioning activities under approved change records. * Remove hardware, cabling, and patch cords end-to-end. * Prepare equipment for disposal in line with decommissioning and data destruction procedures. * Perform disk wiping, shredding, and disposal tracking (ADR / ERI). Hardware Receiving & Inventory Control * Log all incoming and outgoing equipment in the Hardware Receiving System (HRS). * Track assets in DCTracks and ensure inventory accuracy. * Coordinate shipments, RMAs, and inter-site transfers. * Ensure all updates are completed within the same shift or within SLA timelines. Facilities & Cross-Functional Support * Coordinate with facilities teams during power work and infrastructure changes. * Perform pre- and post-power checks on IT equipment. * Support cabinet placement, power requests, floor tile work, and cable tray installations. * Assist vendors and manage access to meet-me rooms and secured areas. Compliance, Safety & Documentation * Follow all data centre policies, work rules, and change management procedures. * Maintain compliance with security, safety, and audit requirements. * Complete required training and background checks. * Ensure accurate documentation and system updates for all activities. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [gRPC Load Balancing Deep Dive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1576-grpc-load-balancing-deep-dive) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Cloud Run- the rise of serverless and containerization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/106-cloud-run-the-rise-of-serverless-and-containerization) ## Related Articles - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)