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# Data Center Technician II

- **Company:** Spectraforce
- **Location:** Kennewick, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Command-Line Interface, Data Centers, Linux, Issue Tracking Systems, Networking Hardware, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Storage Devices, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** http://leoforce.us/Careers/Spectraforce/JobDetails.html?jobid=7fbeb37e-ebf3-4646-98ae-e9f1ad72665d&OrgId=1&UserId=5378

## About the Role

* High school diploma or equivalent.
 * 2+ years of hands-on server hardware experience - hard requirement.
 * 2+ years of Linux operating systems experience.
 * 2+ years of networking/TCP-IP knowledge.
 * Hands-on experience replacing and repairing hardware.
 * Strong understanding of server hardware components and their functions.
 * Understanding of storage devices.
 * Experience working with ticketing systems and technical documentation.
 * Ability to perform intermediate network troubleshooting.
 * Strong communication and teamwork skills.
 * Ability to work onsite and adapt to day or night shifts.

Preferred / Additional Qualifications

 * 2+ years of data center experience.
 * CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or similar certification.
 * Certified Network Defender (CND).
 * Associate's degree in IT or related field.
 * Professional or military technical experience.
 * Understanding of cooling systems and power distribution.
 * Experience training or mentoring junior technicians.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

 * Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
 * Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
 * Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
 * Must pass daily metal detection/security screening.
 * Ability to work in varying temperatures and environmental conditions.
 * Exposure to dust, airborne particles, and other environmental allergens.
 * Must follow all required data center security and safety protocols.

## Description

As a Data Center Technician II, you will provide hands-on technical support for servers and data center hardware. You will troubleshoot hardware and networking issues, replace failed components, work with Linux systems, and manage work through ticketing systems. This is a hands-on data center role, not a remote/phone-based troubleshooting position., * Troubleshoot and resolve server and hardware infrastructure issues.

 * Perform hands-on hardware replacements, repairs, and component-level troubleshooting.
 * Work with server hardware, storage devices, networking equipment, and related components.
 * Troubleshoot TCP/IP and intermediate networking issues.
 * Use Linux/Unix command-line tools for basic to intermediate system administration and troubleshooting.
 * Manage work, priorities, and incidents through ticketing systems.
 * Document troubleshooting steps, resolutions, and technical activities.
 * Work collaboratively with other data center technicians and support teams.
 * Take direction, follow established procedures, and respond positively to feedback.
 * Train and share technical knowledge with newer team members.
 * Support responsibilities that may span multiple locations within the region.


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