CareerPlan

Data Center Technician

USAFull-time$52k–$73k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-05
On-site

Core

Install, rack, stack, and decommission servers and network hardware; perform structured cabling and cable management; troubleshoot and replace failed components in data center environments.

Role type

Data Center Technician

Builds

Physical hardware infrastructure for telecommunications and renewable energy clients

Domain

Data Center Operations / Telecommunications Infrastructure

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Server hardware knowledge, Storage systems knowledge, Networking fundamentals, Rack-and-stack experience, Cable management, Ticketing systems usage, Troubleshooting, Problem-solving, Physical lifting (up to 50 lbs)

Preferred skills

CompTIA A+ certification, CompTIA Network+ certification, CompTIA Server+ certification, Cisco hardware experience, Dell hardware experience, HPE hardware experience, Lenovo hardware experience, Fiber optics knowledge, Structured cabling standards knowledge, Cloud data center experience, Hyperscale data center experience

Technologies

Cisco, Linux, Windows, REST

Responsibilities

Install, rack, stack, and decommission servers and network devices. Perform structured cabling, cable management, labeling, and documentation. Troubleshoot server, storage, and networking hardware and replace failed components. Monitor data center operations and respond to incidents. Carry out preventive maintenance and routine inspections. Support hardware upgrades, migrations, and deployments. Maintain accurate asset, ticket, and work-completion records. Follow data center safety, security, and operational procedures. Coordinate with remote engineering and operations teams.