Travel Data Center Technician

Description *75% nationwide travel, 25% local data center support* *Seeking experienced Level 2 Data Center Technicians* to join a specialized deployment team supporting a large-scale fiber infrastructure upgrade across multiple data center locations nationwide. This team will serve as the first wave on-site, helping establish processes, procedures, and best practices during the initial 6-8 weeks of each project. Responsibilities include replacing legacy coax cabling with fiber, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and ensuring projects are set up for long-term success before transitioning work to ongoing installation teams. Between travel assignments, technicians will support operations within their local data center market. This role is ideal for candidates who can quickly step into complex environments, work independently, and contribute from day one. Skills * Data Center Operations * Fiber & Structured Cabling * Troubleshooting * Cable Replacement Experience Top Skills * Data Center * Cabling * Troubleshooting Additional Skills & Qualifications * Must be comfortable with frequent nationwide travel (approximately 75%). * Travel assignments may last up to two weeks at a time before returning home. * All travel arrangements will be coordinated by the company. * Approved business expenses incurred during travel will be reimbursed. * Strong adaptability, communication skills, and ability to work in dynamic environments are required. Experience Level *Intermediate* *Job Type & Location*This is a Contract position based out of Ashburn, VA. *Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) *Workplace Type*This is a fully onsite position in Ashburn,VA. *Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. *San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. *Massachusetts Lie Detector:* It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. *Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):* We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.