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# Data Center Technician

- **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Sparks, NV, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $58,240.0 - $64,480.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Computer Networks, Data Centers, Linux, Firmware, Networking Hardware, IP Addressing, Linux System Administration, Operational Databases, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** July 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/047759AB41174ADFA314AB57233223B7/job/

## About the Role

* 3+ years of hands-on data center technician experience.
 * Experience troubleshooting server hardware in a production data center environment.
 * Strong break/fix and hardware diagnostic skills.
 * Ability to isolate and troubleshoot server issues using Linux.
 * Hands-on experience with rack and stack activities.
 * Experience installing and managing structured cabling.
 * Knowledge of data center operations, maintenance, and infrastructure support.
 * Ability to collaborate effectively with network engineers and technical support teams.
 * Experience supporting hardware deployments and infrastructure installations., * Level III Data Center Technician experience.
 * Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex server issues.
 * Advanced Linux troubleshooting skills.
 * Experience supporting large-scale enterprise or hyperscale data center environments.
 * Familiarity with server, storage, and networking hardware platforms.

Technical Skills

 * Data Center Operations
 * Server Hardware Troubleshooting
 * Break/Fix Support
 * Linux Administration
 * Rack & Stack
 * Server Deployment
 * Hardware Installation
 * Copper & Fiber Cabling
 * Cat5e/Cat6 Infrastructure
 * Firmware Upgrades
 * Infrastructure Support
 * Network Hardware Support
 * Data Center Maintenance

## Description

We are seeking experienced Data Center Technicians (Level II or Level III) to support the deployment, operation, maintenance, and expansion of a large-scale enterprise data center environment. This is an excellent opportunity for technicians who enjoy hands-on work, solving complex hardware issues, and supporting critical infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data center operations, server troubleshooting, rack and stack activities, cabling, hardware installations, and break/fix support., * Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve server hardware issues in a production data center environment.

 * Isolate break/fix failures and perform root-cause analysis rather than simple component replacement.
 * Install, replace, and upgrade server components and hardware.
 * Coordinate replacement parts and manage defective hardware returns.
 * Perform firmware updates and routine maintenance on servers and infrastructure equipment.
 * Configure server settings, including IP addressing and system access credentials.
 * Rack, stack, cable, and deploy servers, switches, and other data center equipment.
 * Support network teams with troubleshooting, installation, and deployment activities.
 * Replace, reroute, and manage copper and fiber cabling.
 * Install and replace optics, transceivers, and related networking components.
 * Assist with data center buildouts, capacity expansions, and infrastructure projects.
 * Document completed work and follow established operational procedures.


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