Data Center Hardware Technician
About the role
Join a team supporting one of the world’s largest hyperscale cloud computing environments. As a Data Center Operations (DCO) Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the physical infrastructure behind large-scale cloud services. This is a hands-on position focused on server hardware troubleshooting, break/fix repairs, infrastructure deployments, cabling, and data center operations. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working directly with technology, solving hardware issues, and operating within a fast-paced, mission-critical environment where uptime and reliability are essential.
Responsibilities
- Server Hardware Support
- Troubleshoot and repair production server hardware using diagnostic tools and command-line utilities.
- Perform break/fix activities and replace failed hardware components, including: Hard drives (HDD/SSD), Memory (RAM), CPUs, Power supplies, Motherboards, Network Interface Cards (NICs), Fan assemblies and other server components
- Conduct server commissioning, decommissioning, upgrades, and hardware refresh activities.
- Install and deploy new server hardware through rack-and-stack operations.
- Network & Cabling Infrastructure
- Install, route, label, and maintain copper and fiber optic cabling.
- Troubleshoot physical network connectivity issues.
- Perform cable tracing, validation, and physical-layer diagnostics.
- Support patch panel, switch, and cross-connect installations while maintaining cable management standards.
- Data Center Operations
- Monitor system alerts and respond to hardware-related incidents.
- Perform root cause analysis to identify and resolve recurring infrastructure issues.
- Carry out scheduled maintenance and operational tasks across the data center environment.
- Accurately document work performed through ticketing systems and operational procedures.
- Adhere to change management, escalation, and operational standards.
- Infrastructure & Facility Support
- Assist with rack power installations and power-path verification.
- Support low-voltage infrastructure activities.
- Conduct routine inspections of racks, hardware, and supporting infrastructure.
- Monitor environmental conditions such as airflow, temperature, and equipment health.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and operationally excellent data center environment.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ year of hands-on hardware troubleshooting, break/fix, or technical support experience.
- Experience building, repairing, upgrading, or troubleshooting computer systems, gaming PCs, workstations, or servers.
- Basic understanding of computer hardware, server architecture, and networking fundamentals.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware issues using structured problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across teams.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work on your feet for up to 12 hours in a data center environment.
- Ability to lift and move server hardware and equipment as needed.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $22.63 – $22.63/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Benefits
- 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)