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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Technician - Associate - **Company:** After School Matters, Inc. - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Data Centers, Issue Tracking Systems, Network Routers - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://macstadiuma1.applytojob.com/apply/454BBS2ywV/Data-Center-Technician-Associate?source=GS ## About the Role * 1-3 years' technical experience * IT certifications such as CCNA, Comp TIA, Server + etc. are a plus * Understanding of data center operations - routers, switches, infrastructure, network * Ability to perform physical tasks around the data center Physical demands and requirements: The position operates in a data center environment and physical requirements include but are not limited to: * Must be able to safely use a ladder * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time * Require the use of hands to finger * Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing * Must be able to distinguish different colors * Require use of tools such as screwdrivers, * Strong problem-solving skills * Technical Capacity * Communication Proficiency. * Team player * Results and action oriented * Time Management, Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. MacStadium may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. ## Description As a data center technician, you will be providing a variety of services to build and maintain MacStadium's patented technology and infrastructure. This position will work closely with our engineering team by performing hardware, network, or system installation, configuration, and troubleshooting new or existing infrastructure. The data center analyst is also responsible to deploy servers, upgrade software, and conduct audits (such as inventory) on a daily basis. After the completion of new hire training (8 am - 4 pm ET Monday through Friday), the shift for this position is 2pm - 10pm ET Monday through Friday. What you will be doing: * Assist with physical build and install infrastructure at the data center * Complete general network and system configurations * Troubleshoot and repairs servers with hardware or network connectivity issues * Provide a remote hands function to physically troubleshoot customer reported hardware malfunction * Help manage the daily performance of the data center operations * Run data cables and maintain cable/wire management according to company standards * Ensure heating and cooling systems are operational and meet temperature conditions for servers * Maintain inventory counts of company assets such as racks, shelves, and servers * Records and updates documentation of work operations, incident reports, and outages * Participates in Root Cause Analysis as required * Manage and triage service tickets through ticketing system * Perform other tasks as assigned ## Related Videos - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Modern Web Development with Nuxt3](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/294-modern-web-development-with-nuxt3) - [Putting People at the Center: Women in Tech and the Future of Work](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1749-putting-people-at-the-center-women-in-tech-and-the-future-of-work) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) ## Related Articles - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023)