Data Center Technician

Salary: $88,000 - 116,000 per year Requirements:

• Proven experience in data center installations or a similar hands-on technical role
• Strong knowledge of rack infrastructure and server, storage, and network hardware
• Proficiency in fiber and copper structured cabling and cable management
• Experience with rack power distribution, including PDUs, dual feeds, and redundancy
• Working knowledge of DX airflow management and direct-to-chip liquid cooling installation and validation
• Experience with OS installation and imaging tools, BIOS and firmware configuration, hardware checks, and post-installation quality assurance
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and methods of procedure (MOPs)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and guide junior technicians
• Understanding of data center health and safety requirements
• Physical capability to perform installation work in demanding environments

• Lead rack builds and in-rack deployments using design documentation
• Interpret rack layouts, elevation diagrams, and cabling schematics
• Install and validate servers, storage, and network equipment
• Install, test, and verify fiber and copper cabling, power connections, and cooling systems
• Configure airflow and install and inspect direct-to-chip liquid cooling components, checking connections and for leaks
• Perform initial system bring-up, including OS installation, hardware checks, and basic network connectivity tests
• Conduct post-installation quality checks against designs and checklists; audit cabling, power, labeling, airflow, and cooling
• Troubleshoot installation issues, correct defects, and escalate problems when needed
• Guide L1 technicians in safe practices and installation procedures
• Coordinate with project, engineering, and operations teams
• Update documentation and report progress and deviations
• Follow data center safety procedures, promote safe work practices, use PPE, maintain a safe workspace, and report hazards or incidents

• Airflow
• Firmware
• Hardware
• Liquid
• Network
• Support

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We are a telecommunications company. This developing, moderately complex field installation role operates in a data center environment, with increased autonomy and responsibility for work quality, coordination, and timely delivery. The role focuses on achieving accurate, high-quality installations while reducing rework, delays, and service-level risks.

last updated 42 week of 2026