Data Center Technician

NextGen Staffing
Reston, VA, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Computer Networks Data Centers Distributed Systems Networking Hardware Routing Information Technology Hardware Infrastructure Network Server

Job description

  • 60% Server Hardware, Racks & Storage Infrastructure (Rack-and-Stack, PDU Installations, OOB Management)

  • 40% Copper & Fiber Cabling (Routing, Terminating, Dressing, Labeling, Continuity Testing)

Daily Responsibilities

  • 60% Hands On (Hardware installation, cabling, equipment provisioning, testing, and MACD/FRU replacements)

  • 25% Documentation & Compliance (Maintaining installation records, test results, inventory updates, and as-built documentation)

  • 15% Team Collaboration & Escalation (Collaborating with technicians, project teams, vendors, customers, and escalating issues to site leadership)

Requirements

  • High school diploma, technical certification, vocational training, or equivalent experience required.

  • 2+ years of experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecommunications, field services, or IT infrastructure support.

  • Working knowledge of data center hardware, racks, servers, networking equipment, power distribution systems, and structured cabling.

  • Understanding of copper and fiber cabling practices, basic optical networking concepts, and installation standards.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, installation documentation, and methods of procedure (MOPs).

  • Experience performing rack-and-stack, cabling, testing, and equipment installation activities with minimal supervision.

  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality and safety.

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, project teams, vendors, and customers while managing assigned work independently.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Advanced technical certifications in data center infrastructure or networking.

  • Prior experience working within hyperscale enterprise data center environments.

  • Specialized training in fiber optic testing, certification, and termination standards.

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