DescriptionData Center Operations TechnicianOverview

TEKSYSTEMS INC.
Hillsboro, OR, United States
17 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$62,400.0 - $72,800.0
Working hours
Shift work

Tech stack

Big Data Data Centers Network Interface Controllers Hard Disk Drives Linux Servers Network Interface Operational Databases Server Administration Smoke Testing Storage Devices Hardware Infrastructure

Job description

We are seeking experienced Data Center Operations Technicians to support a cutting-edge data center environment working with industry-leading infrastructure and technology. This is an excellent long-term opportunity for technicians who have hands-on experience troubleshooting server hardware, performing rack and stack activities, and supporting large-scale data center operations.

Successful candidates will have a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and a willingness to learn from team leads and follow established processes.

Schedule

  • Night Shift Schedule (4x10s)
  • Sunday-Wednesday: 8:00 PM - 7:00 AM
  • Wednesday-Saturday: 8:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Candidates must be flexible to work either shift based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Move servers, switches, and related equipment to designated installation locations.
  • Inspect hardware for damage prior to deployment.
  • Perform smoke testing and basic validation of server functionality.
  • Rack, stack, and configure servers, switches, and other data center equipment.
  • Install and manage structured cabling according to provided wire maps and standards.
  • Ensure all cabling is bundled, routed, and documented according to site requirements.
  • Collaborate with network teams to validate connectivity and installation accuracy.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and isolate server hardware issues.
  • Perform break/fix activities within a production data center environment.
  • Install and replace components such as:
  • Network Interface Cards (NICs)
  • Memory
  • Hard Drives/Storage Devices
  • Assist with server unboxing, staging, and deployment preparation.
  • Conduct inventory audits of servers, spare parts, and consumables.
  • Decommission and remove equipment from racks and data center spaces.
  • Follow operational procedures and safety standards at all times.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of Data Center Technician experience.
  • Proven data center operations experience beyond simple hardware replacement.
  • Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and isolating server hardware issues.
  • Hands-on break/fix troubleshooting experience in a data center environment.
  • Experience with:
  • Rack and stack installations
  • Server configuration
  • Network and power cabling
  • Physical data center infrastructure
  • Ability to work closely with network and operations teams.
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
  • Ability to follow direction, accept coaching, and learn from Technical Group Supervisors (TGS) and Leads.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Linux server troubleshooting experience.
  • Cat6 installation and termination experience.
  • Experience supporting enterprise-scale or hyperscale data centers., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

About the company

We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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