Data Center Technician

Job Cloud Inc.
Manassas, VA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$72,800.0 - $83,200.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Big Data Data Centers Linux Networking Hardware Networking Cables High Performance Computing Hardware Testing Network Server

Job description

  • Perform rack, stack, and cabling of servers, storage, networking equipment, and compute acceleration systems
  • Install rails, mount equipment, label assets, and ensure proper airflow and cable management
  • Connect and validate power, fiber, and copper network cabling according to deployment standards
  • Support hardware moves, adds, and changes across data center floors
  • Follow detailed deployment runbooks and engineering documentation
  • Conduct basic hardware validation including LED checks, port verification, and physical troubleshooting
  • Maintain accurate asset tracking, labeling, and documentation in internal systems
  • Partner with Data Center Engineering and Network teams during installations and migrations
  • Adhere to ESD, safety, and security protocols at all times
  • Support decommissioning and removal of end of life hardware

Requirements

Do you have experience in System deployment?, We are seeking a hands-on Data Center Technician II to support rack and stack deployments in a large-scale data center environment. This role focuses on hardware installation, structured cabling, and physical infrastructure support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in high-density rack environments, and experienced with enterprise server deployments., * 2+ years of hands-on data center experience performing rack and stack work

  • Strong understanding of:
  • Server and network rack layouts
  • Structured cabling including fiber and copper
  • Power Distribution Units (PDUs)
  • Experience installing enterprise servers such as Dell, HPE, Supermicro, or similar
  • Ability to read rack elevation diagrams and deployment instructions
  • Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working in confined rack spaces
  • Familiarity with ESD procedures and safe hardware handling practices
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise technical instructions, * Experience in large-scale or high density compute data centers
  • Exposure to GPU based, AI/ML, or high-performance computing environments
  • Knowledge of hot and cold aisle containment best practices
  • Experience supporting hardware refreshes or large migration projects
  • Basic Linux familiarity

Benefits & conditions

$35 - $40 an hour - Full-time, Contract

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