Datacenter Technician

As an L1 Data Center Technician, you will join a dynamic, on-site delivery team responsible for the physical installation, maintenance, and basic validation of our client's server and network infrastructure. You will play a vital role in ensuring hardware integrity, maintaining structured cabling standards, and supporting day-to-day inventory audits. Your Roles and Responsibilities Transport, rack, and position servers, switches, and patch panels at designated installation locations. Perform physical inspections of all incoming hardware to ensure zero transit damage. Conduct basic server validation, power checks, and initial boot verification (e.g., "smoke testing") to ensure hardware viability. Install and route network and power cables in strict compliance with approved wiring diagrams and structured cabling standards. Maintain impeccable cable management, including bundling, labeling, and routing compliance. Collaborate with network administrators to verify physical layer connectivity (confirming link lights, ports, and correct mapping). Safely install and replace basic hot-swappable and internal hardware components, including Network Interface Cards (NICs), system memory (RAM), and storage drives (HDDs/SSDs). Assist with unpacking, unboxing, and preparing assets for deployment. Perform precise inventory audits of physical servers, internal components, and consumables to maintain data integrity in the asset database. Required Qualifications & Skills 1 to 2 years of hands‑on experience in a data center, IT lab, or similar enterprise infrastructure environment. High school diploma or GED equivalent; an Associate’s degree or relevant IT certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+, or Server+) is a strong plus. Basic understanding of server hardware components (CPU, RAM, NICs, storage interfaces) and rack topologies. Familiarity with structured cabling standards, color codes, and fiber/copper cable types (CAT5e, CAT6, Single-mode/Multi-mode fiber). Experience working within an IT ticketing system (such as ServiceNow or Jira) to track and update tasks. High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment. Physical Demand & Work Environment Must have the ability to safely lift, carry, and maneuver rack‑mounted equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods while working in a data center environment. Must be comfortable working in a dynamic environment with loud ambient noise (from server cooling fans) and varying climate‑controlled temperatures. #J-18808-Ljbffr