Work Location: Chandler, AZ
Position: Contract-to-Hire
Duration: 3-month assignment with potential extension based on business needs
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
May require outside hours based on business needs
May include local travel to other client locations
Job Overview
The Data Center Technician will assist with hardware installation, asset tagging and scanning, cabling, data center maintenance, documentation, and server installation processes.
Scope
Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment to resolve issues.
Requires some instruction for new tasks and occasional checks on daily work.
Roles and Responsibilities
Hardware Installation: Install, move, and decommission hardware, including cabinets, shelves, power strips, rails, servers, and other devices.
Cabling and Tagging: Confirm and label devices, racks, and cables.
Ticket Management: Use standard ticketing systems, ensuring clear, timely, and professional communication with customers.
Compliance: Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), program policies, safety policies, and security protocols under the direction of the Site Operations Supervisor and/or Operations Manager.
Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as needed; this list is not exhaustive.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education & Experience:
High school diploma or GED, plus 2–5 years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Communication:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Availability:
Must respond to on-call requests within 1 hour when required.
Technical Skills:
Experience working with CAT5e, CAT6 copper cable, and multi-mode/single-mode fiber.
Knowledge of copper and fiber testers.
Ability to cable systems (power, copper, fiber) following SOP standards and ticket requirements.
Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with computer hardware.
Understanding of networking infrastructures and components.
Familiarity with data center best practices (e.g., cable routing, fault tolerance, power usage).
Organization & Adaptability:
Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Data Center Equipment:
Experience with cable management and running fiber and copper cables.
Basic knowledge of electrical, HVAC, and bandwidth infrastructures.
Ability to operate material-handling equipment (e.g., server lifts, pallet jacks, forklifts – if certified).
Software Skills:
Proficiency with MS Office, MS Outlook, web browsers, and the ability to learn new software.
Transportation:
Must provide own transportation to work locations.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications in data center technologies.
Hands-on experience with electrical, HVAC, and data center infrastructures.
Working knowledge of networking infrastructures, including Wi-Fi.