Data Center Operations Technician, COL5 (3rd Shift: Sun - Wed 10:00pm - 8:00am)

About Our Company: Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix hyperscale edge data centers in 13 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 35+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients. About the Position We are seeking a detail-oriented, execution-focused Data Center Operations Technician to support customer requests and day-to-day operational activity within a 24x7 colocation environment. This role is the primary hands‑on operational resource for remote hands services, structured cabling, interconnection support, physical‑layer validation, alarm response, and operational monitoring within the data center. Shift: 3rd Shift: Sunday - Wednesday 10:00pm - 8:00am What You Do Daily Execute remote hands services and customer support requests, including reboots, media swaps, visual inspections, cable tracing, and basic physical‑layer tasks Install, test, label, and maintain structured copper and fiber cabling, patch panels, and cross‑connect infrastructure in accordance with site standards Provision and troubleshoot customer and carrier interconnection services within defined physical‑layer scope Monitor security, environmental, and equipment alarms, perform rounds and readings, validate field conditions, and elevate issues appropriately Maintain accurate documentation for cross‑connects, connectivity paths, capacity tracking, and operational activities Support physical network hardware readiness through rack‑and‑stack assistance, optic swaps, cable management, and visual checks Help maintain data center cleanliness, orderly pathways, and operational discipline in technical spaces Support controlled access and escort procedures within secure technical areas in accordance with site requirements Participate in rotating 24x7 on‑call support and flexible scheduling as needed What Makes You a Good Fit Hands‑on experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecom, IT infrastructure, or a similar technical environment Strong working knowledge of copper and fiber media, patching practices, cable testing, and physical‑layer troubleshooting Ability to execute precise work in live customer environments without creating avoidable risk Strong attention to detail in labeling, documentation, change control, and customer‑facing task execution Ability to recognize environmental, equipment, or operational abnormalities and elevate clearly and appropriately Comfortable working in a 24x7 environment where responsiveness, professionalism, and consistency matter Leadership Profile Brings strong execution discipline and follows procedures carefully in live production environments Works with urgency while maintaining accuracy, documentation quality, and customer‑impact awareness Understands physical‑layer dependencies and knows when to act, when to verify, and when to elevate Maintains professionalism in customer‑facing work and cross‑functional coordination Supports operational readiness through reliability, flexibility, and attention to detail What Success Looks Like Customer requests and remote hands tasks are completed accurately, professionally, and on time Cross‑connects, cabling, and physical‑layer work are clean, well‑documented, and reliable Environmental, equipment, and security‑related issues are identified quickly and elevated with useful context Documentation remains current and supports provisioning, troubleshooting, capacity planning, and audits Technical spaces remain organized, safe, and ready to support ongoing operations The site has confidence in the technician’s execution, responsiveness, and operational judgment Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or related certifications preferred 2+ years of experience in data center operations, structured cabling, telecom, IT support, or a related field preferred Experience working with copper and fiber cabling, patch panels, cross‑connects, and cable testing tools Familiarity with remote hands services, ticketing systems, documentation practices, and customer support in a technical environment Basic understanding of data center layouts, physical network topology, and interconnection environments Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on‑call rotations as needed Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document work clearly and elevate issues effectively Why Join Us This is an opportunity to play a hands‑on role in supporting the day‑to‑day operations of a mission‑critical environment. You will help deliver the precise execution, responsiveness, and operational discipline that customers depend on every day. $28 - $35 an hour Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Company paid Life Insurance Voluntary supplemental life insurance Flexible spending account Health savings account Non‑accrued PTO Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Company paid holidays 401k Retirement Plan with employer match Mental Wellness Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Employee Discount Marketplace Employee Recognition Platform Compensation Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience. This position will also be eligible for a shift differential. Equal Opportunity Employer Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. 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