Datacenter Engineer

CORE IT GROUP LLC
Columbus, OH, United States
25 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$42,000.0 - $48,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Data Centers Networking Hardware Network Troubleshooting Networking Basics

Job description

We are looking for experienced Data Center Technicians to support an urgent short-term data center project in Ohio. The technicians will provide hands-on support for rack and stack activities, network troubleshooting, and fiber connectivity while assisting remote engineering teams., * Perform rack and stack activities for network and data center equipment.

  • Troubleshoot fiber patch connections and assist remote engineers with troubleshooting.
  • Install, connect, disconnect, and organize network and fiber cabling.
  • Work with fiber patch panels, network devices, racks, and related data center infrastructure.
  • Perform fiber cleaning and MPO fiber troubleshooting.
  • Use VFL (Visual Fault Locator) and fiber testing equipment.
  • Read and interpret VFL light indications to identify fiber connectivity issues.
  • Support remote engineering teams through chat and other communication channels.
  • Follow data center safety, security, and operational procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Provide clear updates on completed activities and any technical issues encountered.

Requirements

  • Previous hands-on experience working in a data center environment.
  • Experience with rack and stack activities.
  • Familiarity with fiber optics and fiber patching.
  • Experience working with network devices, racks, patch panels, and cabling.
  • Knowledge of MPO fiber connections and troubleshooting.
  • Experience performing fiber cleaning.
  • Ability to use and read a VFL (Visual Fault Locator).
  • Basic networking troubleshooting knowledge.
  • Ability to follow instructions from remote engineers and work independently onsite.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts supporting 24x5 operations.

Required Tools / Equipment

Technicians must have access to:

  • VFL (Visual Fault Locator)
  • Basic networking toolkit
  • Required PPE
  • Smartphone for communication through project chat groups, The ideal candidate will have hands-on data center experience, strong fiber troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work effectively with remote engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.

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