Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

We are seeking a Data Center Technical Operations Engineer to support engineering and operational excellence within a large-scale data center environment. This role requires a strong foundation in Linux, hands-on experience with server and hardware diagnostics, and a clear long-term interest in lab or data center operations. The ideal candidate is highly technical, operationally driven, and motivated to build a long-term career in mission-critical infrastructure environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on server and host diagnostics, hardware validation, and system-level troubleshooting.
• Leverage strong Linux fundamentals to support system operations, debugging, and maintenance tasks.
• Support testing, deployment, and validation of data center hardware and infrastructure.
• Provide on-site coordination with technicians, vendors, and engineering teams to ensure operational excellence.
• Operate and support critical systems including power, cooling, and monitoring infrastructure (UPS, generators, HVAC, BMS).
• Assist with lab or data center build-outs, expansions, and equipment installs.
• Track and manage hardware assets, inventory, and test results.
• Maintain high standards for safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 2–4 years of technical experience in data center, lab, or infrastructure environments.

Technical Skills: Strong, instinctive Linux fundamentals (command line, system navigation, troubleshooting), and hands-on experience with hardware diagnostics, server/host testing, or system validation. Must have a demonstrated long-term interest in lab environments, hardware operations, or data center infrastructure. Ability to troubleshoot systems at both hardware and OS levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting data centers, labs, or hardware testing environments.
• Familiarity with low-level system debugging, firmware, or validation workflows.
• Exposure to networking fundamentals (cabling, basic connectivity).
• Technical degree, military training, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.