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# Data Center Technician

- **Company:** NVIDIA Ltd.
- **Location:** Portland, OR, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Macintosh Computers, Data Centers, Linux, Networking Cables, High Performance Computing, Hardware Testing, Network Server
- **Published:** October 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/4ed90310-70c5-40da-aabb-d82ecafbfe74

## About the Role

* 3+ years of hands-on data center experience performing rack & stack.
 * Strong understanding of:
 + Server and network rack layouts
 + Structured cabling (fiber & copper)
 + Power distribution units (PDUs)
 * Experience installing enterprise servers (Dell, HPE, Supermicro, or equivalent).
 * Ability to read rack elevation diagrams and deployment instructions.
 * Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working in confined rack environments.
 * Familiarity with ESD procedures and safe handling of sensitive hardware.
 * Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions., * Experience working in hyperscale or GPU-dense data centers.
 * Exposure to NVIDIA platforms or high-performance computing environments.
 * Knowledge of hot/cold aisle containment best practices.
 * Experience supporting large-scale hardware refreshes or migrations.
 * Basic Linux familiarity (helpful but not required).

## Description

* Perform rack, stack, and cable installation of servers, storage, networking, and GPU systems.
 * Install rails, mount equipment, label assets, and ensure proper airflow and cable management.
 * Connect and verify power, fiber, and copper network cabling per NVIDIA standards.
 * Assist with hardware moves, adds, and changes (MACs) across data center floors.
 * Follow detailed deployment runbooks and engineering documentation.
 * Conduct basic hardware validation, LED/port checks, and physical troubleshooting.
 * Maintain accurate asset tracking, labeling, and documentation in internal tools.
 * Partner with Data Center Engineers and Network teams during deployments and migrations.
 * Adhere strictly to ESD, safety, and security protocols.
 * Support decommissioning and removal of end-of-life hardware.