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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Technician II (L2) - Night Shift - **Company:** Mindboard, Inc. - **Location:** Hillsboro, OR, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $93,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Big Data, Data Centers, Linux, Networking Cables, Server Administration, High Performance Computing, Hardware Testing - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=064c85bc94761393 ## About the Role * 3+ years of hands-on data center experience performing rack and stack activities. * Knowledge of server and network rack layouts. * Experience with structured cabling, including fiber and copper connectivity. * Understanding of Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and power connections. * Experience installing enterprise server hardware such as Dell, HPE, Supermicro, or similar platforms. * Ability to interpret rack elevation diagrams, deployment instructions, and technical documentation. * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in confined rack spaces. * Familiarity with ESD procedures and safe handling of sensitive electronic equipment. * Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established processes and procedures., * Experience in large-scale, hyperscale, or high-density data center environments. * Exposure to GPU-based infrastructure or high-performance computing environments. * Knowledge of hot aisle/cold aisle containment best practices. * Experience supporting hardware refreshes, migrations, or large-scale deployment projects. * Basic Linux knowledge. Physical Requirements * Lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. * Work on ladders and in confined rack environments as needed. * Stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift. ## Description We are seeking experienced Data Center Technicians to support deployment, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning activities within a large-scale data center environment. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with rack and stack operations, structured cabling, hardware installation, and data center best practices. This position requires working overnight shifts in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strict adherence to safety, security, and operational procedures. Key Responsibilities * Perform rack, stack, and cabling of servers, storage, networking, and specialized compute equipment. * Install rails, mount hardware, label assets, and ensure proper cable management and airflow. * Connect and verify power, fiber, and copper network cabling according to deployment standards. * Support hardware moves, adds, and changes (MAC activities) throughout the data center. * Execute deployment activities using established runbooks and technical documentation. * Conduct basic hardware testing, validation, LED checks, port verification, and physical troubleshooting. * Maintain accurate inventory records, asset tracking, and documentation within internal systems. * Collaborate with engineering, network, and operations teams during deployments and migrations. * Follow all ESD, safety, security, and facility procedures. * Assist with decommissioning and removal of end-of-life equipment. ## Related Videos - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)