Data Center Rack & Stack Engineer

Data Center Rack & Stack Engineer (Contract)

Position details:

• Contract position
• Onsite, Monday–Friday
• 40 hours per week
• Initial 3-month engagement with strong potential for extension to 6 months
• $55/hour
• Target start date: ASAP

Position overview:

Seeking two intermediate-level Data Center Rack & Stack Engineers to support day-to-day operations for a large retail client within an enterprise data center environment. This role is focused on hands-on execution and physical infrastructure support rather than senior-level architecture or engineering responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, remove, and rack servers and related hardware
• Mount rails, brackets, and supporting equipment
• Perform structured cabling, patching, labeling, and cable management
• Validate power connections and connectivity
• Assist with basic hardware troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Manage inventory, equipment staging, and asset handling
• Provide general physical data center support and operational assistance

Qualifications

• Experience working in a production data center environment
• Hands-on rack and stack experience with servers and network hardware
• Knowledge of structured cabling, labeling, and physical infrastructure best practices
• Ability to perform hardware installation, relocation, and decommissioning activities
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
• Intermediate-level technical skill set focused on data center operations and support

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