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# Data Center Technician

- **Company:** Massed Compute, Inc.
- **Location:** Beltsville, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $52,000.0 - $72,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Ethernet, Monitoring of Systems, Network Diagrams
- **Published:** June 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7f0a4cd52db5829b

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Telecommunication?, * Proven experience as a service technician or in a similar data center role.

 * Strong knowledge of computer networking, including LAN setups and Ethernet.
 * Familiarity with GPU systems. Electrical experience is a plus.
 * Strong problem-solving skills and close attention to detail.
 * Good communication skills to work well with clients and teammates.
 * Ability to work on your own and as part of a team.
 * Able to lift up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
 * Experience helping on-call technicians and the ability to respond to critical events.
 * Dependable and trustworthy.
 * A strong interest in learning new data center concepts and technology.
 * IT or telecom certifications are a plus.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor work visas for this position.

## Description

Massed Compute is looking for hands-on Data Center Technicians to help keep our sites running around the clock. This is a contract (1099) role. You will install and maintain hardware, fix problems fast, and give our clients great service. This is a great fit if you like working with your hands, you pay close attention to detail, and you take pride in technical work.

What You Will Do

 * Rack and stack data center equipment such as servers, networking gear, monitoring systems, and other hardware.
 * Run cabling, including Cat6a installations.
 * Repair and troubleshoot equipment on a regular basis to keep downtime low.
 * Give clients great service by handling questions and technical issues quickly.
 * Read and follow schematics to help with network installs and upkeep.
 * Keep clear records of all work you do, including network diagrams and equipment logs.
 * Find and diagnose hardware problems, including networking and failed components.
 * Provide on-call and on-site emergency support when needed.
 * Take part in training that helps you build new skills and learn new technology.


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