Data Center Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Data Center Field Installation Technician (L2) – Rapid Response Team

Location: Ashburn, VA

Duration: 6–12+ Month Contract (Strong Potential for Extension or Full-Time Conversion)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Start Date: ASAP

 

We are seeking a Data Center Field Installation Technician (L2) to support large-scale hyperscale data center operations as part of a rapid response deployment team. This position will be responsible for troubleshooting tickets, supporting critical infrastructure deployments, leading junior technicians, and traveling to multiple data center locations across the U.S. as needed.

This is a hands-on technical role focused on rack and stack deployments, fiber troubleshooting/testing, structured cabling, liquid cooling integration, and hardware validation within enterprise and hyperscale data center environments.

Candidates must have strong troubleshooting experience, the ability to work independently in fast-paced environments, and prior experience supporting live data center operations.

 

Responsibilities

• Perform rack build, rack & stack, and hardware deployment activities
• Troubleshoot and resolve fiber connectivity and cabling issues
• Lead and support other data center technicians during deployments and incident response activities
• Execute structured cabling installations for both fiber and copper infrastructure
• Utilize Fluke testers and related tools for fiber testing and validation
• Install, validate, and troubleshoot server, storage, and networking hardware
• Interpret rack elevations, cabling schematics, technical drawings, and MOPs
• Support power distribution installations including PDUs and redundant power feeds
• Assist with advanced cooling deployments including direct-to-chip liquid cooling systems
• Perform system bring-up activities including hardware validation and connectivity checks
• Conduct post-installation QA audits for cabling, labeling, airflow, and hardware integrity
• Escalate complex technical issues appropriately while maintaining SLA expectations
• Maintain detailed deployment documentation and installation updates
• Travel to various data center sites as part of the rapid response support team

 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on data center experience
• Experience supporting hyperscale or enterprise data center environments
• Strong troubleshooting experience with fiber cabling and connectivity
• Hands-on experience with fiber testing tools including Fluke testers
• Knowledge of rack & stack procedures and structured cabling best practices
• Experience with both copper and fiber installations
• Understanding of server, storage, and network hardware deployments
• Familiarity with liquid cooling technologies and airflow management
• Ability to interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and installation documentation
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently while leading and mentoring junior technicians
• Comfortable with travel and working in fast-paced operational environments

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting rapid response or deployment escalation teams
• Familiarity with BIOS/firmware validation and hardware bring-up
• Experience working within live production data center environments
• Knowledge of redundancy concepts, power distribution, and cooling optimization
• Prior experience supporting large hyperscale data center operators

 

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift and move equipment in data center environments
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments for extended periods
• Ability to safely work around powered equipment, cabling infrastructure, and liquid cooling systems
• Commitment to maintaining strong safety and housekeeping standards

Company Description

•\tWhat you didn’t know about us:
•\tCompetitive salary
•\tHealth, Dental and Vision Benefits
•\tShort/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
•\tLife Insurance and Retirement Plans
•\tEmployee Assistance Program
•\tWith this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

•\tWe are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

•\tWe are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

•\tWe give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
•\tKelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
•\tFor more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.
•\tYou should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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Company Description

•\tWhat you didn’t know about us:\r\n•\tCompetitive salary\r\n•\tHealth, Dental and Vision Benefits\r\n•\tShort/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection\r\n•\tLife Insurance and Retirement Plans\r\n•\tEmployee Assistance Program\r\n•\tWith this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!\r\n\r\n•\tWe are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!\r\n\r\n•\tWe are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.\r\n\r\n•\tWe give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!\r\n•\tKelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. \r\n•\tFor more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.\r\n•\tYou should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.\r\n\r\n#JobsAtKellyTelecom